Misdemeanor Trial Prosecutor & Court Liaison

Dallas County, Texas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County in Texas is seeking an experienced prosecutor to work under supervision on legal assignments involving litigation, research, and drafting documents. The role includes prosecuting misdemeanor cases, preparing for hearings, and acting as a liaison with judges, victims, and defense counsel.

Responsibilities include managing dockets, training junior prosecutors, preparing and presenting evidence, and negotiating settlements or pleas as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires law degree from an accredited law school.
• Six months of legal practice experience.
• Current Texas law license required.
• Experience prosecuting misdemeanor offenses, including jury selection.

Responsibilities

• Manages court docket and schedules; meets deadlines.
• Trains and assists in training prosecutors.
• Conducts legal research and interviews witnesses to evaluate cases.
• Drafts motions, briefs, and court documents.
• Represents State in pre-trial and trial hearings.
• Handles direct and cross-examinations and closing arguments.
• Participates in settlements or plea negotiations.
• Maintains communication with defense, court personnel, victims and families.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation

Trial experience

Mentoring

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Dallas County in Texas is seeking an experienced prosecutor to work under supervision on legal assignments involving litigation, research, and drafting documents. The role includes prosecuting misdemeanor cases, preparing for hearings, and acting as a liaison with judges, victims, and defense counsel.

Responsibilities include managing dockets, training junior prosecutors, preparing and presenting evidence, and negotiating settlements or pleas as needed.