0000003307.ATTORNEY III.DISTRICT ATTORNEY 'S OFFICE
Evaluates appointed case or lawsuit
Reviews documentation; conducts necessary legal research on applicable law; interviews clients, witnesses or persons with knowledge of the case; reviews and gathers evidence; prepares investigative requests; and determines most appropriate action(s) to be taken.
Interviews clients
Discusses facts of case, potential defenses and applicable laws and procedures. Explains legal process to potential witnesses and prepares witnesses for court testimony and ensures client is informed on status of case.
Drafts, files and responds to necessary motions
Drafts, files and responds to necessary motions, briefs or other legal documents for trial and/or hearing.
Gathers, prepares, reviews and presents evidence
Gathers, prepares, reviews and presents evidence, exhibits and related material for trial or hearing.
Represents the client
- Conducts jury selection
- Presents opening statements
- Conducts direct and cross-examinations of witnesses
- Presents closing arguments
Plea-bargain negotiations
- Prepares necessary legal documents
- Ensures necessary signatures are secured and documents are filed as required
Documents client files
Documents client files, prepares trial notebook, and maintains statistical information regarding caseload and dispositions.
Trains or assists in training Attorneys I and II
Trains or assists in training Attorneys I and II.
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
Special Requirements
None.
Disclaimers
- 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.
Physical/Environmental Requirements
Standard office environment.