Attorney, Felony I

Comal County•New Braunfels, TX

52d•Onsite

About The Position

The Comal County Criminal District Attorney’s Office is seeking an experienced and trial-tested Attorney, Felony I to serve as a lead prosecutor in one of the county’s five felony district courts. This newly funded position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative team environment, take on complex and impactful felony cases, and grow within a nationally respected office that values professionalism, family-forward policies, and public service. The ideal candidate brings extensive felony jury trial experience, a commitment to justice, and the integrity, determination, and emotional intelligence required to manage challenging criminal cases with confidence and compassion. Join one of the most dynamic and high-performing prosecutorial teams in Texas, apply today!

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
A bachelor's degree (BA) from a four-year College or university and a J.D. (law) degree are required.
Three (3) years of experience as an attorney practicing criminal law.
Significant Felony Jury trial experience.
The individual should possess a thorough working knowledge of law enforcement and court procedures and practices.
A Texas Law license.

Nice To Haves

Appellate work is not required, but opportunity is available as court schedule allows.

Responsibilities

Act as lead prosecutor for the court, as assigned by the Chief Felony Prosecutor.
Mentor and assist Felony II prosecutor in all court proceedings, as assigned by the Chief Felony Prosecutor.
Responsible for all-level felony cases assigned through intake process.
Responsible for managing a larger caseload from intake through disposition.
Performs case intake, screening of cases, and follow-up on investigation status to include review of reports and evidence submitted by law enforcement agencies.
Make charging decisions and presents appropriate cases to the Grand Jury for indictment.
Responsible for managing criminal dockets in assigned District Court.
Reviews offense reports and discovery logs to ensure that all discovery has been made available to defense counsel.
Prepares for and attends arraignment dockets, pre-trial hearings, bond hearings, and revocation hearings.
Ensure court dockets have been appropriately prepared for each docket.
Make appropriate plea offers upon reviewing evidence, criminal history, police reports and other relevant information.
Negotiate plea offers and discuss relevant legal issues with defense counsel.
Prepares for court hearing and trials, to include reviewing evidence, interviewing witnesses (victims, civilians, law enforcement, and experts), preparing and/or reviewing trial motions, responding to defense motions, preparing court exhibits and conducting hearings and trials.
Conduct trials (bench or jury) weekly.
Represent the State of Texas in jury trials and must be well prepared to conduct jury selection, opening statements, witness examination (direct and cross), closing statements, and drafting jury charges.
Perform complex legal research and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the law.
Appellate work is not required, but opportunity is available as court schedule allows.
Performs all other job-related duties, as assigned by the Chief Felony Prosecutor and/or Criminal District Attorney.
Provide support and assist other court teams as necessary.
Collaborates with the Criminal District Attorney and other Felony I prosecutors on various felony cases as needed.
Attends all meetings and trainings, as required.
Attendance is an essential function of the job.