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State of Arkansas · 1 day ago

DPA ATTORNEY (Q535U)

Searcy, AR

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$86K/yr - $127K/yr

The State of Arkansas is seeking a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney responsible for managing criminal case loads and overseeing all aspects of criminal prosecution. This role involves court preparation, legal research, and drafting legal documents while representing the state in legal proceedings.

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Responsibilities

Receives criminal complaints from citizens within the judicial district for consideration of prosecution

Prepares complaint affidavits for filing in misdemeanor prosecutions

Maintains misdemeanor case load, including trial and witness preparation, filing appropriate motions and responses and trying misdemeanor cases and appeals

Maintains a felony case load, including trial and witness preparation, filing appropriate motions and responses and trying felony Circuit Court cases for the Judicial District

Reviews case files submitted by law enforcement and other investigatory agencies to recommend appropriate criminal charges

Drafts briefs, motions, and other supporting legal documents on criminal cases within the Judicial District

Represents the State of Arkansas in legal proceedings within the Judicial District

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

State lawsFederal lawsLegal researchCriminal ProcedureLitigation skillsLegal guidanceOralCase analysisTechnical assistanceWritten communication

Required

A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school

Licensed to practice law in Arkansas and admitted to the Arkansas State Bar

Knowledge of state and federal laws and statutes

Knowledge of Criminal Procedure

Knowledge of legal research and writing protocols

Knowledge of the state's legislative processes

Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply case law, state and federal statutes, legal precedents, and relevant legislative intent to agency legal matters

Ability to provide legal guidance and technical assistance

Ability to conduct litigation

Ability to prepare, present and review oral and written information and reports