Assistant District Attorney-Criminal
About The Position
The Lubbock County Criminal District Attorney's Office has immediate openings for Entry Level and Experienced Criminal Prosecutors. Represent The State of Texas in all matters handled by the Criminal District Attorney's Office. Attend court settings and hearings. Efficiently manage a caseload in a fast-paced and rewarding work environment. Correspond with law enforcement officers, victims, witnesses, judges, and other attorneys. Prepare criminal cases for trial, gather and review evidence, locate and interview victims and witnesses, interview police officers, visit crime scenes, plan jury trials, and review case law. Prosecute criminal trials, select juries, make opening statements, question witnesses, introduce evidence, and make arguments before both judges and juries. Review and interpret both simple and complex legal issues. Maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the general public.
Requirements
- Applicant must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
- Applicant must be currently licensed to practice law in the State of Texas, and must be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
- Applicant must be able to pass a drug test.
- Applicant must have a clean criminal history.
- Must possess excellent research and writing skills and a strong ability to communicate and get along with others.
- Must possess sufficient common sense and legal skills combined to make important legal decisions on complex issues.
- Need to have basic computer and typing skills and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Responsibilities
- Represent The State of Texas in all matters handled by the Criminal District Attorney's Office.
- Attend court settings and hearings.
- Efficiently manage a caseload in a fast-paced and rewarding work environment.
- Correspond with law enforcement officers, victims, witnesses, judges, and other attorneys.
- Prepare criminal cases for trial, gather and review evidence, locate and interview victims and witnesses, interview police officers, visit crime scenes, plan jury trials, and review case law.
- Prosecute criminal trials, select juries, make opening statements, question witnesses, introduce evidence, and make arguments before both judges and juries.
- Review and interpret both simple and complex legal issues.
- Maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the general public.
Benefits
- The successful applicant will also receive a full benefits package from Lubbock County. This includes paid holidays off, personal leave time, and other benefits in addition to health, life, dental, and vision insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
