0000003298.ATTORNEY III.DISTRICT ATTORNEY 'S OFFICE

About the role

Performs legal assignments with minimum supervision and may be assisted by Attorneys I and II. Work is performed under general directions with authority to make tactical and legal decisions in connection with providing a full range of legal services to indigent defendants in the assigned misdemeanor, felony, family, juvenile or mental health cases.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates appointed case or lawsuit by reviewing documentation, conducting necessary legal research, interviewing clients and witnesses, reviewing and gathering evidence, preparing investigative requests, and determining most appropriate action(s) to be taken.
• Interviews clients, discusses facts of case, potential defenses and applicable laws and procedures, and explains legal process to potential witnesses.
• Drafts, files and responds to necessary motions, briefs or other legal documents for trial and/or hearing.
• Gathers, prepares, reviews and presents evidence, exhibits and related material for trial or hearing.
• Represents the client in trial and at all applicable hearings by conducting jury selection, presenting opening statements, conducting direct and cross-examinations of witnesses, and presenting closing arguments.
• Participates in plea-bargain negotiations, prepares necessary legal documents and ensures necessary signatures are secured and documents are filed as required.
• Documents client files, prepares trial notebook, and maintains statistical information regarding caseload and dispositions.
• Trains or assists in training Attorneys I and II.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.

Work Environment

Standard office environment. This is an “at will” position with no civil service or other appellate rights.