Description:
Under general direction, prepares and prosecutes cases in court and performs related legal functions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, and precedents; knowledge of legal procedures and the methods and practices of pleading cases.
Ability to understand and interpret statutes, constitutional provisions, and administrative regulations; ability to effectively prepare and litigate cases in court; ability to work effectively with members of the legal profession, law enforcement personnel, co-workers and county department representatives, and the public.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Physical Requirements and Work Setting:
Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned environment; prolonged periods of sitting and periodic walking, standing, bending, and reaching; occasional lifting up to 15 lbs; visual acuity, hearing ability, and manual dexterity required.
Education and/or Experience Required:
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited school of law and at least one year of experience as an attorney.
Certificates and Licenses:
License to practice law in the State of Texas
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs new case intake and screening, including determining type of indictment, gathering evidence, conferring with witnesses, visiting crime scenes, preparing subpoenas and search warrants, and conferring with law enforcement officials.
- Conducts legal research using a variety of references and resources.
- Prepares for and attends arraignments, pretrial hearings, probable cause hearings, revocation hearings, jury selection, and other proceedings.
- Negotiates pleas with defense attorneys; counsels defendants regarding plea options and outcomes.
- Prepares and litigates civil and criminal cases; makes non-trial court appearances.
- Advises law enforcement officers and County elected and appointed officials on various legal issues.
- Responds to inquiries from the public regarding legal matters.
- Writes appellate briefs and may argue appeals.
- Files for protective orders, as needed.
- May assist with grant preparation and reporting.
- Attends meetings and training sessions; performs other duties, as assigned.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, and precedents; knowledge of legal procedures and the methods and practices of pleading cases.
Ability to understand and interpret statutes, constitutional provisions, and administrative regulations; ability to effectively prepare and litigate cases in court; ability to work effectively with members of the legal profession, law enforcement personnel, co-workers and county department representatives, and the public.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Physical Requirements and Work Setting:
Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned environment; prolonged periods of sitting and periodic walking, standing, bending, and reaching; occasional lifting up to 15 lbs; visual acuity, hearing ability, and manual dexterity required.
Education and/or Experience Required:
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited school of law and at least one year of experience as an attorney.
Certificates and Licenses:
License to practice law in the State of Texas
