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Dallas County · 2 weeks ago

0000003337.ATTORNEY II.DISTRICT ATTORNEY 'S OFFICE

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

Dallas County is seeking an Attorney II for the District Attorney's Office. This role involves managing court cases, training less experienced prosecutors, and representing the state in legal proceedings.

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Responsibilities

Manages court docket, court schedules and ensures deadlines are met

Trains and assist in training less experienced misdemeanor prosecutors

Evaluates assigned case or lawsuit by:

Reviewing documentation

Conducting necessary legal research on applicable law

Interviewing witnesses or persons with knowledge, the case

Gathering evidence, and

Determining most appropriate action(s) to be taken

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

Explains legal process to potential witnesses and prepares witnesses for court testimony and ensures client or victim/family are kept informed on status of case

Gathers, prepares, and presents evidence, exhibits, and related material for trial or hearing

Represents the State and client in trial and hearings by:

Conducting jury selection

Presenting opening statements

Conducting direct and cross-examinations of witnesses, and

Presenting closing arguments

Participates in settlement or plea-bargain negotiations

Prepares necessary legal document if settlement or plea-bargain agreement is reached and ensures signatures are secured and documents filed as required

Performs other duties as assigned