Senior Public Defender – Indigent Defense & Trials

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

Job summary

Dallas County in Texas is seeking a licensed attorney to perform legal assignments with minimal supervision across misdemeanor, felony, family, juvenile, or mental health cases. Responsibilities include case evaluation, legal advice, plea negotiations, and trial representation in jury or non-jury settings.

The role requires graduation from an accredited law school and a Texas license, with at least one year of legal practice.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school with a license to practice law in the State of Texas.
• One (1) year experience practicing law required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates appointed case or lawsuit by reviewing documentation, conducting necessary legal research, interviewing clients and witnesses, and determining the most appropriate action.
• Interviews clients and discusses facts of case, potential defenses and applicable laws and procedures.
• Explains legal process to potential witnesses and prepares witnesses for court testimony and keeps client informed on case status.
• Drafts, files and responds to motions, briefs or other legal documents for trial and/or hearing.
• Gathers, prepares, reviews and presents evidence and exhibits for trial or hearing.
• Represents the client in trial and at hearings including jury selection, opening statements, direct and cross-examinations, and closing arguments.
• Participates in plea-bargain negotiations and ensures signatures and filings are completed as required.
• Documents client files, prepares trial notebook, and maintains statistics on caseload and dispositions.
• Trains or assists in training Attorneys I and II.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Graduation from an accredited law school with a license to practice law in the State of Texas

Job description

Dallas County in Texas is seeking a licensed attorney to perform legal assignments with minimal supervision across misdemeanor, felony, family, juvenile, or mental health cases. Responsibilities include case evaluation, legal advice, plea negotiations, and trial representation in jury or non-jury settings.

The role requires graduation from an accredited law school and a Texas license, with at least one year of legal practice.