Senior Public Defender: Felony & Juvenile Cases

Dallas County

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Dallas County's Public Defender's Office seeks an experienced attorney to provide a full range of legal services to indigent defendants in felony, family, juvenile or mental health cases. The role includes case evaluation, legal advice, plea offers, and representing clients in jury trials and hearings, with oversight based on experience.

The attorney will draft legal documents, perform research, interview clients and witnesses, and collaborate with senior attorneys.

Qualifications

Licensed to practice law in Texas.
Two years six months of practice experience required.
Graduation from an accredited law school.

Responsibilities

Conducts jury trials, trials before the court and contested matters before the court.
Prepares and/or drafts legal documents, including plea papers, motions, briefs and pleadings; researches applicable statutes and case law.
Analyzes pending charges and develops defenses.
Negotiates plea bargain recommendations with the State.
Interviews clients and potential witnesses; discusses facts and applicable law with clients.
Reviews evidence and inspects crime scenes; prepares investigative requests and makes home visits.
Documents client files; prepares trial notebooks and maintains statistics on caseload and dispositions.
Assists felony and misdemeanor public defenders as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.