Attorney, Felony II

Comal County•New Braunfels, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position requires a thorough knowledge of all phases of criminal prosecution and law enforcement procedures. The Attorney, Felony II is responsible for the prosecution of adult felony offenders in the District Courts. This role involves daily contact with the public and assisting the Criminal District Attorney with trying cases and handling all criminal law matters. The primary goal is to ensure that criminals are properly prosecuted based upon given facts and application to current law.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (BA) from 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.
A thorough working knowledge of law enforcement, court procedures, and practices.
A Texas Law license.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.
Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style.
Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Responsibilities

Prepare for pre-trial and post-conviction hearings (motions for discovery, motions to suppress evidence, motions to revoke probation, etc.) weekly.
Perform legal research and writing daily.
Prepare for and conduct trials (bench or jury) weekly.
Prepare and evaluate cases daily.
Ensure adequate investigation of cases.
Apply the law to facts.
Perform witness interviews; contact victims; and contact Law Enforcement Agency personnel.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the law.
Obtain convictions and appropriate punishment according to current law.
Uphold convictions when appealed by drafting appellate briefs and arguing at the Court of Appeals.
Screen incoming case reports from local agencies and present selected cases to the Grand Jury.
Attendance is an essential function of the job.