Senior Prosecutor – Felony Prosecutions
Dallas County, Texas
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Job summary
Dallas County, Texas is seeking an experienced attorney to perform advanced legal work including litigation, research, and drafting documents under general direction. The role handles prosecution of complex felony cases, represents the state in hearings and trials, and coordinates with defense attorneys, court personnel, witnesses, and victims.
Requires Texas law license and several years of proven trial experience.
Qualifications
- Requires JD from an accredited law school and Texas bar licensure.
- Minimum 2 years 6 months of licensed legal practice.
- Experience as lead prosecutor for felonies or extensive appellate work.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate complaints to decide prosecution viability and charges.
- Review cases, perform legal research, interview witnesses, gather evidence.
- Draft, file, and respond to motions and briefs for trial or hearings.
- Explain legal processes to witnesses and keep victims informed.
- Present evidence and conduct examinations and closing arguments.
- Negotiate settlements or plea bargains with approval when needed.
- Prepare and file settlement or plea documents with signatures.
- Manage court docket and case schedules to meet deadlines.
- Assist in training other Attorneys I-III.
- On occasion perform duties of Section Chief as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills
Education
Job description
Dallas County, Texas is seeking an experienced attorney to perform advanced legal work including litigation, research, and drafting documents under general direction. The role handles prosecution of complex felony cases, represents the state in hearings and trials, and coordinates with defense attorneys, court personnel, witnesses, and victims.
Requires Texas law license and several years of proven trial experience.
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