Rising Prosecutor: Courtroom Advocate & Researcher

McLennan County; Waco (TX); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

McLennan County seeks an entry-level licensed attorney to prosecute and defend cases across trial and appellate courts, under close supervision. The role may involve providing written or verbal legal advice and drafting instruments with legal implications for individual or governmental clients.

Gaining experience under senior attorneys, you will investigate facts, prepare memoranda, and negotiate settlements while maintaining high ethical standards and confidentiality.

Qualifikationen

• Must be a Law school graduate, licensed or awaiting license by the State Bar of Texas and in good standing.
• Strong knowledge of applicable laws, procedures, case holdings, and departmental policies.
• Ability to work efficiently in high-pressure situations.
• Analytical, diplomatic, and able to exercise sound judgment.
• Proficient verbal and written communication with courts, attorneys, investigators, and the public.

Aufgaben

• Gathers information regarding legal matters by reviewing case files, exhibits, and documents.
• Researches and analyzes legal issues; reviews authorities cited by litigants; conducts independent research.
• Appears in court and forums to present and cross-examine evidence, advocate for the State of Texas.
• Prepares witnesses and counsels with clients, victims, or police as needed.
• Decides on charges, plea negotiations, and plea agreements under supervision.
• Drafts memoranda, legal instruments, and documents with legal implications.
• Negotiates settlements and assists in resolving contested matters.
• Maintains knowledge of law and confidentiality; attends to professional development.

Kenntnisse

Legal research

Courtroom advocacy

Analytical thinking

Judgment and discretion

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Ausbildung

Law degree (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Jobbeschreibung

McLennan County seeks an entry-level licensed attorney to prosecute and defend cases across trial and appellate courts, under close supervision. The role may involve providing written or verbal legal advice and drafting instruments with legal implications for individual or governmental clients.

Gaining experience under senior attorneys, you will investigate facts, prepare memoranda, and negotiate settlements while maintaining high ethical standards and confidentiality.