0000007885.ATTORNEY IV.PUBLIC DEFENDER

Dallas County•Dallas, TX

2h•$8,903 - $10,679•Onsite

About The Position

Provides a full range of legal services to indigent defendants in the assigned felony, family, juvenile or mental health cases. Such services include case evaluation, legal advice, plea offers and representing clients in jury trials, non-jury hearings, plea negotiations and dismissals. Conducts legal research, drafts legal documents and interprets laws, rules and regulations. Receives level of oversight, training, and supervision based on experience and expertise in assigned area. This position is for the Family Division. Attorney IVs in the Family and CPS divisions are given extensive autonomy to work the cases assigned within the boundaries set by the Texas Family Code and Texas Rules of Professional Conduct. They are supported by a team consisting of other attorneys, investigators, paralegals and social workers.

Requirements

Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Texas.
Must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience as a practicing attorney.
Must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in family law or child protective services cases.
Must possess a valid Texas driver's license.
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a public defender's office or similar legal aid setting.
Experience with case management software.
Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Provides a full range of legal services to indigent defendants in assigned felony, family, juvenile or mental health cases.
Conducts case evaluation, legal advice, plea offers and represents clients in jury trials, non-jury hearings, plea negotiations and dismissals.
Conducts legal research, drafts legal documents and interprets laws, rules and regulations.
Assists in training Attorney I, II and III positions.