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Deputy City Attorney (Prosecution Division)

Pasadena City Hall, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$157K/yr - $196K/yr

3+ years exp

The City of Pasadena is seeking a Deputy City Attorney in the Prosecution Division to represent the People of the State of California in superior and appellate courts. The role involves prosecuting jury and court trials, handling misdemeanor cases, and coordinating the review and disposition of cases.

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Responsibilities

Reviews law enforcement reports and cases to determine whether to file, reject, or to refer for an office hearing or pre-filing diversion in compliance with state and municipal laws

Implements office policies and procedures relating to the disposition of cases

Reviews criminal misdemeanor cases; researches, reviews, and drafts motions, oppositions, in limine motions, and appellate briefs

Interviews victims and witnesses; represents the People in all misdemeanor court appearances

Conducts court hearings, trials, motions, and restitution hearings; responsible for discovery

Responds to inquiries from defense attorneys, witnesses, police, and others

Researches legal issues and provides legal opinions and advice to law enforcement agencies as needed

Trains law enforcement personnel and colleagues on developments and effective prosecution techniques

Assists other prosecutors in all phases of legal work on the more complex cases; attends meeting where prosecution matters are discussed

Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the operation of the Prosecution Division

Handles special projects as assigned