0000005128.ATTORNEY IV.DISTRICT ATTORNEY 'S OFFICE

About the Role

Performs advanced legal work with minimal supervision and oversight, involving litigation, legal research, drafting legal documents, and interpreting laws, rules, and regulations. Work is performed under general direction with authority to make tactical and legal decisions in connection with assigned cases. Prosecutes complex general or special-category felony cases in assigned court.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates criminal complaints to decide whether to accept or reject the case for prosecution, determine the appropriate charge, and prepare required documentation for indictment.
• Evaluates assigned cases or lawsuits by reviewing documentation, conducting legal research, interviewing witnesses, gathering evidence, and determining the most appropriate actions.
• Drafts, files, and responds to necessary motions, briefs, or other legal documents for trial and/or hearing.
• Explains the legal process to potential witnesses, prepares them for court testimony, and ensures clients or victims/families are kept informed on case status.
• Gathers, prepares, and presents evidence, exhibits, and related material for trial or hearing.
• Represents the State or client in trials and hearings by conducting jury selection, presenting opening statements, conducting direct and cross-examinations of witnesses, and presenting closing arguments.
• Negotiates settlements or plea-bargains, obtains necessary approvals, and prepares legal documents for settlements or plea agreements.
• Manages court docket and case schedules to ensure deadlines are met and records are accurate and up-to-date.
• Trains or assists in training Attorneys I, II, and III.
• May perform duties of the Section Chief on a short-term temporary basis as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited law school with a current license to practice law in the State of Texas. Two years and six months of experience practicing law, including experience as lead prosecutor for all levels of felony offenses, serving as lead counsel in civil litigation, or extensive appellate work on direct appeals.

Requirements

• Current license to practice law in the State of Texas.
• Normal office environment.