0000007059.ATTORNEY IV.DISTRICT ATTORNEY 'S OFFICE

Evaluates Criminal Complaints

Evaluates criminal complaints in order to decide whether or not to accept or reject the case for prosecution, to determine the appropriate charge to be filed and to prepare the required documentation for indictment.

Evaluates Assigned Case or Lawsuit

• Reviews documentation
• Conducts necessary legal research on applicable law
• Interviews witnesses or persons with knowledge of the case
• Gathers evidence
• Determines most appropriate action(s) to be taken

Drafts, Files, and Responds to Legal Documents

• Drafts, files and responds to necessary motions, briefs, or other legal documents for trial and/or hearing

Represents the State or Client in Trial and Hearings

• Conducts jury selection
• Presents opening statements
• Conducts direct and cross-examinations of witnesses
• Presents closing arguments

Negotiates Settlements or Plea-Bargain

• Negotiates settlements or plea-bargain
• Obtains approval, if necessary, of plea-bargain agreement if reached
• Prepares necessary legal document if settlement or plea-bargain agreement is reached
• Ensures proper signatures are secured and documents filed as required

Manages Court Docket and Case Schedules

• Manages court docket and case schedules to ensure court deadlines are met
• Ensures records and documentation are accurate and up-to-date

Trains or Assists in Training Attorneys

• Trains or assists in training Attorneys I, II, and III

Performs Other Duties as Assigned

On an as needed basis, may perform some of the duties of the Section Chief on a short-term temporary basis.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school with a current license to practice law in the State of Texas
• Two (2) years and six (6) months of experience practicing law
• Experience as lead prosecutor for all levels of felony offenses, serving as lead counsel in conjunction with civil litigation, or extensive appellate work on direct appeals is required

Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Requires a current license to practice law in the State of Texas

Physical/Environmental Requirements

• Normal office environment