Prosecutor: Trial & Appellate Advocacy

Tarrant County; Texas; On-site; USD 86,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarrant County seeks an Attorney to assist the Criminal District Attorney in prosecuting and defending criminal and civil matters across trial and appellate courts and administrative forums. The role emphasizes ethical enforcement of laws and careful handling of complex issues, with independence under senior supervision.

The position involves preparing and presenting cases, advising governmental clients, and developing expertise in applicable areas of law. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree required and licensed to practice law.
• Must be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas.

Responsibilities

• Makes decisions and counsels clients, victims, or police in court or related forums.
• Drafts pleadings, answers, motions, briefs, and responses for litigation.
• Applies in-court advocacy including selecting juries, presenting and cross-examining evidence.
• Prepares witnesses and coordinates testimony for court appearances.
• Advises clients confidentially across all litigation phases.
• Gathers evidence and drafts legal instruments with implications.
• Negotiates settlements and assists in resolving contested matters.

Skills

Legal research

Courtroom advocacy

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Independent work

Under pressure

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Legal research databases

Job description

Tarrant County seeks an Attorney to assist the Criminal District Attorney in prosecuting and defending criminal and civil matters across trial and appellate courts and administrative forums. The role emphasizes ethical enforcement of laws and careful handling of complex issues, with independence under senior supervision.

The position involves preparing and presenting cases, advising governmental clients, and developing expertise in applicable areas of law. Salary is commensurate with experience.