0000004251.Attorney V.District Attorney 'S Office

Dallas County•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Attorney V supervises the operations of an assigned court and/or assigned cases, including staff supervision, evaluation, and training. The role manages court dockets and legal cases, evaluates and litigates criminal or civil matters, represents the State or clients in hearings and trials, and may generally supervise staff. The position operates in a standard office and court environment.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited law school.
Four years of experience practicing law.
Current license to practice law in the State of Texas.
Experience as lead prosecutor for more-complex felony cases, as lead counsel in conjunction with more serious or complex civil litigation, or extensive appellate work on direct appeals and capital writs.

Responsibilities

Manage the court docket by assigning cases and work to felony prosecutors, attorneys, and other staff.
Authorize reductions in the level or class of offenses, recommend PR bonds, approve grants of probation, and sign various types of dismissals.
Resolve disputes between the court, defense attorneys, and staff, and determine appropriate actions for unusual, extremely serious, or complex situations.
Ensure records and documents are accurate, current, and processed according to standard procedures.
Evaluate assigned cases or lawsuits by reviewing documentation, conducting and interpreting legal research, interviewing witnesses or knowledgeable persons, gathering evidence, and determining appropriate actions.
Draft, file, and respond to motions, briefs, and other legal documents for trials or hearings.
Explain legal processes to potential witnesses, prepare witnesses for court testimony, and keep clients or victims and their families informed about case status.
Gather, prepare, and present evidence, exhibits, and related materials for trials or hearings.
Represent the State or clients in pre-trials, evidentiary hearings, and jury or court trials, including jury selection, opening statements, direct and cross-examinations, and closing arguments.
Assess case strengths and weaknesses, negotiate settlements or plea bargains, and obtain approval for plea-bargain agreements when necessary.
Prepare legal documents for settlements or plea-bargain agreements and ensure required signatures are secured and documents are filed.
Present at conferences and seminars; instruct law enforcement and other criminal justice personnel on legal aspects of investigations, prosecutions, and litigation; and speak before community and citizens groups.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervise, evaluate, and train staff as applicable.