Assistant Trial Attorney- Carrizozo

New Mexico Admin Office of the District Attorneys•Carrizozo, NM

21h•$90,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The 12th Judicial District Attorney’s office represents Otero and Lincoln counties. In the 12th Judicial District, we are committed to holding offenders accountable for their actions while safeguarding the constitutional rights of all individuals. We prioritize the dignity of victims and their families, pursuing truth and justice with integrity and compassion. The 12th Judicial District is recognized as one of the leading districts in the state for the number of jury trials conducted. As a new attorney, with our district, you will have an opportunity to gain experience in and out of the courtroom and advance your career in prosecution. As an Assistant Trial Attorney assigned in Carrizozo, NM, you will handle a variety of misdemeanors and lower-level felony cases, assist in trial teams; work with law enforcement; participate on boards and task forces and other groups as assigned; may be required to take an on-call rotation; and perform other related job duties. You will have the opportunity to gain experience in District Court, being assigned to felony cases under the supervision of a senior attorney. Incumbent may be required to work under stressful situations and/or conditions. Incumbent may be required to go to crime scenes.

Requirements

Basic knowledge and skills in the areas of criminal prosecution, rules of evidence and rules of criminal procedure
Basic knowledge and skills in public relations
Basic knowledge and skills in organization
Basic computer skills
Ability to draft legal documents
Ability to work effectively with other criminal justice agencies
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to research and analyze information and situations
Ability to work independently and make decisions within guidelines which include decisions to dismiss, proceed to trial or negotiate plea agreements
Ability to seek guidance from assigned supervisor and/or higher-level attorneys
J. D. degree
Current license to practice law in New Mexico

Nice To Haves

Legal experience totaling up to at least one (1) year

Responsibilities

Handle a variety of misdemeanors and lower-level felony cases
Assist in trial teams
Work with law enforcement
Participate on boards and task forces and other groups as assigned
May be required to take an on-call rotation
Perform other related job duties
Gain experience in District Court, being assigned to felony cases under the supervision of a senior attorney
Work under stressful situations and/or conditions
Go to crime scenes