Attorney I - District Attorney's Office

Fort Bend County • Richmond, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Fort Bend County is seeking an Attorney I for the District Attorney's Office. This role involves presenting cases to judges and grand juries, representing victims, conducting trials, negotiating plea bargains, and reviewing legal documents. The attorney will also provide legal advice to county departments, consult with law enforcement, prepare warrants, and may assist or supervise other employees. The position also includes participation in emergency management activities during a local state of disaster as directed.

Requirements

• Doctor of Jurisprudence degree
• One year job related experience
• Computer, verbal and written communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials
• Trial advocacy, legal research and library skills
• Licensed by Supreme Court of Texas

Responsibilities

• Presents cases to judges and grand jury
• Represents victims of crimes at court proceedings
• Conducts trials of criminal, misdemeanor and juvenile cases
• Presents cases to judges for obtaining protective orders for assault victims
• Negotiates plea bargains and bond reductions in criminal and juvenile cases
• Reviews all complaints for contested criminal and juvenile cases
• Conducts legal research
• Reads and reviews offense reports and probable cause statements
• Consults with and provides legal advice to appropriate County departments
• Responds to inquiries from the public, resolves and/or refers to proper person
• Provides counsel to law enforcement agencies and personnel as required
• Prepares arrest and search warrants for law enforcement officers
• Meets and assists with victims, witnesses, defendants and other outside agencies
• Assists and/or instructs other employees with their duties
• Assigns, plans and reviews work of other employees
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers

Benefits

• All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS)
• Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees