Senior Prosecutor – Trials, Pleas & Appeals

Dallas County, Texas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County seeks an attorney to perform assignments involving litigation and legal research with authority to make tactical and legal decisions in assigned cases, including prosecution of felony cases in court. You will evaluate complaints, prepare indictments, and manage case files.

Responsibilities include drafting motions, briefing and trial preparation, presenting evidence, examining witnesses, negotiating plea agreements, and training junior attorneys.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• One year of experience practicing law.
• Active Texas license to practice law required.
• Lead prosecutor experience for misdemeanors or related appellate/civil work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate criminal complaints and decide on charges.
• Review cases, perform legal research, interview witnesses.
• Draft, file, and respond to motions and briefs.
• Explain legal processes to witnesses and prepare them for court.
• Gather, present and manage evidence for trials/hearings.
• Represent the State in hearings and trials with voir dire, opening/closing, direct and cross-examinations.
• Negotiate settlements or plea bargains and obtain court approvals.
• Prepare settlement documents and ensure proper filings.
• May manage court dockets and case schedules to meet deadlines.
• Train Attorneys I and II; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Legal research

Trial preparation

Witness interview

Negotiation

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

Dallas County seeks an attorney to perform assignments involving litigation and legal research with authority to make tactical and legal decisions in assigned cases, including prosecution of felony cases in court. You will evaluate complaints, prepare indictments, and manage case files.

Responsibilities include drafting motions, briefing and trial preparation, presenting evidence, examining witnesses, negotiating plea agreements, and training junior attorneys.