Senior Civil Litigator & Trial Lead

TDCAA; Texas; Presencial; USD 120.000 - 150.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

TDCAA seeks a Supervising Attorney II to oversee support staff, prepare and try cases, and represent the County in civil litigation. The role emphasizes guiding defense strategy, supervising outside counsel, and coordinating with officials.

The candidate must be licensed to practice in Texas, demonstrate strong leadership, courtroom experience, and robust legal research skills. This position requires dedication to public service and operational excellence.

Qualificações

• JD earned from an accredited college/university and 7 years of litigation experience in state and federal court, including 1 year supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of civil and criminal justice systems; case law; law enforcement operations; medical and engineering terminology.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise support staff in preparing pre-trial hearings and cases.
• Guide Attorney IIs in defense preparation and legal strategy.
• Supervise outside counsel for defense of certain County litigation matters.
• Consult with expert witnesses, insurance representatives, officials and department heads on litigation issues.
• Participate in pre-trial hearings and try cases in state and federal courts.
• Respond to motions and briefs in state and federal courts.
• Research statutory and case law.
• Prepare witnesses for deposition and trial testimony.
• Evaluate factual legal claims and plot strategies to support defense; negotiate settlements.
• Prepare, review and approve legal documents.
• Advise Commissioners Court and county officials as legal counsel.

Conhecimentos

Supervisory experience

Legal research

Negotiation

Oral & written communication

Presentation skills

Interpersonal with hostile individuals

Formação

Juris Doctor (JD)

Descrição da vaga

TDCAA seeks a Supervising Attorney II to oversee support staff, prepare and try cases, and represent the County in civil litigation. The role emphasizes guiding defense strategy, supervising outside counsel, and coordinating with officials.

The candidate must be licensed to practice in Texas, demonstrate strong leadership, courtroom experience, and robust legal research skills. This position requires dedication to public service and operational excellence.