Dallas County
ATTORNEY II.7035200
Dallas County, Irving, Texas, United States, 75084
Work Locations
DA_CROWLEY - 133 N RIVERFRONT BLVD 11TH FL LB19 - DALLAS
Organization
DISTRICT ATTORNEYS OFFICE
Brief Description
Working under the supervision and direction of more experienced attorneys, completes legal assignments that are more difficult in nature, but usually involve limited responsibility. Work involves litigation and legal research; drafting legal documents; and interpreting laws, rules, and regulations OR prosecutes misdemeanor cases in assigned court. Manages assigned court, trains Attorney I's and monitors their performance and acts as a primary liaison with court judge. Performs case evaluation, preparation, and management; represents the state/client in pre-trial and evidentiary hearings and jury/court trials; and ensures effective communications with defense attorneys, court personnel, victims and family members, witnesses and other interested parties.
Detailed Description
Manages court docket, court schedules and ensures deadlines are met. Trains and assist in training less experienced misdemeanor prosecutors. Evaluates assigned case or lawsuit by:
reviewing documentation,conducting necessary legal research on applicable law,interviewing witnesses or persons with knowledge, the case,gathering evidence, anddetermining most appropriate action(s) to be taken. Drafts, files and responds to necessary motions, briefs, or other legal documents for trial and/or hearing. Explains legal process to potential witnesses and prepares witnesses for court testimony and ensures client or victim/family are kept informed on status of case. Gathers, prepares, and presents evidence, exhibits, and related material for trial or hearing. Represents the State and client in trial and hearings by:conducting jury selection,presenting opening statements,conducting direct and cross-examinations of witnesses, andpresenting closing arguments. Participates in settlement or plea-bargain negotiations. Prepares necessary legal document if settlement or plea-bargain agreement is reached and ensures signatures are secured and documents filed as required. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Education, Experience and Training: Graduation from an accredited law school. Six (6) months of experience practicing law. Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Requires a current license to practice law in the State of Texas. Requires experience prosecuting all levels of misdemeanor offenses, including jury selection. Physical/Environmental Requirements: Standard office and court room environment. Disclaimer: This is an “at will” position with no civil service or other appellate rights. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
Additional Details
An extensive pre-employment background investigation will be conducted on all applicants who have been offered positions with Dallas County. A criminal history will not automatically disqualify an applicant unless applicable law requires such action.Dallas County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, National Service Alumni volunteers, and persons with a criminal background are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Salary
7037.92
Maximum Salary
7948.98
Currency
US Dollar (USD)#J-18808-Ljbffr
DA_CROWLEY - 133 N RIVERFRONT BLVD 11TH FL LB19 - DALLAS
Organization
DISTRICT ATTORNEYS OFFICE
Brief Description
Working under the supervision and direction of more experienced attorneys, completes legal assignments that are more difficult in nature, but usually involve limited responsibility. Work involves litigation and legal research; drafting legal documents; and interpreting laws, rules, and regulations OR prosecutes misdemeanor cases in assigned court. Manages assigned court, trains Attorney I's and monitors their performance and acts as a primary liaison with court judge. Performs case evaluation, preparation, and management; represents the state/client in pre-trial and evidentiary hearings and jury/court trials; and ensures effective communications with defense attorneys, court personnel, victims and family members, witnesses and other interested parties.
Detailed Description
Manages court docket, court schedules and ensures deadlines are met. Trains and assist in training less experienced misdemeanor prosecutors. Evaluates assigned case or lawsuit by:
reviewing documentation,conducting necessary legal research on applicable law,interviewing witnesses or persons with knowledge, the case,gathering evidence, anddetermining most appropriate action(s) to be taken. Drafts, files and responds to necessary motions, briefs, or other legal documents for trial and/or hearing. Explains legal process to potential witnesses and prepares witnesses for court testimony and ensures client or victim/family are kept informed on status of case. Gathers, prepares, and presents evidence, exhibits, and related material for trial or hearing. Represents the State and client in trial and hearings by:conducting jury selection,presenting opening statements,conducting direct and cross-examinations of witnesses, andpresenting closing arguments. Participates in settlement or plea-bargain negotiations. Prepares necessary legal document if settlement or plea-bargain agreement is reached and ensures signatures are secured and documents filed as required. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Education, Experience and Training: Graduation from an accredited law school. Six (6) months of experience practicing law. Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Requires a current license to practice law in the State of Texas. Requires experience prosecuting all levels of misdemeanor offenses, including jury selection. Physical/Environmental Requirements: Standard office and court room environment. Disclaimer: This is an “at will” position with no civil service or other appellate rights. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
Additional Details
An extensive pre-employment background investigation will be conducted on all applicants who have been offered positions with Dallas County. A criminal history will not automatically disqualify an applicant unless applicable law requires such action.Dallas County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, National Service Alumni volunteers, and persons with a criminal background are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Salary
7037.92
Maximum Salary
7948.98
Currency
US Dollar (USD)#J-18808-Ljbffr