Assistant District Attorney - Child Welfare
About The Position
The Smith County District Attorney’s Office is seeking an experienced attorney for a Child Welfare Prosecutor position. This position handles DFPS cases from intake to final order including orders to aid in investigation and removals stemming from Family Based Safety Services up to and including emergency removals. The DFPS Prosecutor will be working in a division that includes three legal assistants and three other prosecutors with a large and very active DFPS unit located in Tyler, Texas. Smith County is a conservative community that values law enforcement and expects the equal application of the rule of law to everyone. The Smith County District Attorney’s Office prosecutors aggressively advocate for children, victims, and law enforcement while maintaining the highest ethical standards.
Requirements
- Licensed to practice law in Texas in good standing.
Nice To Haves
- Courtroom experience.
Responsibilities
- Handle DFPS cases from intake to final order including orders to aid in investigation and removals stemming from Family Based Safety Services up to and including emergency removals.
- Attend regular court hearings.
- Prepare and participate in trials and contested hearings.
- Prepare orders and other legal documents including Rule 11 agreements.
- Prepare discovery.
- Attend mediations.
- Meet with witnesses/DFPS workers.
- Perform other miscellaneous duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
