Attorney, Misdemeanor I

Comal County•New Braunfels, TX

About The Position

This position requires comprehensive knowledge of criminal prosecution and law enforcement procedures. The Attorney prosecutes misdemeanor-level offenses in County Court-At-Law, maintains daily contact with the public, and assists the Criminal District Attorney with trials and other criminal law matters. The role ensures prosecutions are conducted appropriately, based on the facts and current law. The position serves as lead prosecutor for assigned courts and is responsible for misdemeanor cases from intake through disposition. It also involves managing court dockets, preparing for and conducting hearings and trials, coordinating with defense counsel, victims, witnesses, and law enforcement personnel, and collaborating with other prosecutors and court teams. Appellate work is not required, though opportunities may be available as the court schedule allows.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university.
J.D. (law) degree.
Texas law license.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
Ability to respond effectively to 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, or boards of directors.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts, including discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume, and apply basic algebra and geometry concepts.
Ability to solve practical problems involving concrete variables where limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.

Responsibilities

Act as lead prosecutor for the court as assigned by the Chief Misdemeanor Prosecutor.
Mentor and assist the Misdemeanor II prosecutor in court proceedings as assigned by the Chief Misdemeanor Prosecutor.
Handle all misdemeanor cases in County Court-At-Law from intake through disposition.
Manage non-jury and jury dockets for assigned courts, including negotiating appropriate plea offers and discussing relevant issues with defense counsel or pro se defendants.
Timely perform case intake and screening, and conduct follow-up investigations on cases submitted by law enforcement agencies.
Ensure court dockets are appropriately prepared for each docket.
Review offense reports and discovery logs to ensure discovery is available to defense counsel.
Prepare for and handle pre-trial and post-conviction hearings, including motions for discovery, motions to suppress evidence, and motions to revoke probation.
Prepare for and conduct bench and jury trials weekly.
Interview witnesses and contact victims and law enforcement agency personnel as necessary.
Review and handle Protective Orders hearings in assigned courts.
Participate in Specialty Courts as appropriate.
Assist with felony cases representing the State in criminal matters at the discretion of the Chief Misdemeanor Prosecutor.
Conduct legal research and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the law.
Collaborate with the Chief Misdemeanor Prosecutor and other Misdemeanor Prosecutors on cases as needed.
Support and assist other court teams as necessary, including JP courts.
Attend required meetings and trainings.
Perform other assigned work consistent with the position.