DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY II - EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT

Los Angeles County (CA)•Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office (LADA) is seeking experienced attorneys to fill emergency Deputy District Attorney II vacancies related to this unprecedented natural disaster. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the minimum requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted at 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Deputy District Attorney II. DEFINITION: Performs legal work of average complexity required in the prosecution of criminal cases. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: In addition to the knowledge, skills, and abilities of a Deputy District Attorney I, positions allocable to this class are characterized by the performance of the legal tasks involved in prosecuting criminal actions including a wide variety of misdemeanor cases and moderately complex felony cases for the District Attorney. These complex cases may include challenging legal and/or factual issues and may involve numerous defendants. Assignments at this level differ from Deputy District Attorney I in that the attorneys in this class function more independently, but continue to receive supervision from higher-level attorney personnel in the performance of their duties.

Requirements

Two years of criminal trial experience as a full time trial attorney in a public agency.
All Applicants must be admitted to the California State Bar Association to practice law in the State of California.
A legible copy (photocopy or PDF format) of an active California State Bar Card (CSBC). The CSBC must indicate the current year (2025). If the watermark of the current year is not visible, your application will be rejected.
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Nice To Haves

Experience conducting trials
Experience conducting preliminary hearings
Experience preparing and arguing Penal Code 1538.5 and Penal Code 995 motions
Experience preparing appellate briefs or motions
Criminal Trial experience in a City, County, State or Federal prosecuting agency

Responsibilities

Prepares and prosecutes the more complex misdemeanor cases taken to trial.
Prepares and prosecutes felony cases of moderate complexity in a department of the Superior Court.
Utilizes computer based legal research systems and office technology in the preparation of cases.
Prepares and conducts complex preliminary hearings.
Reviews and makes decisions as to matters presented for filing consideration, which may include the following responsibilities: the careful reading of investigative reports; questioning law enforcement personnel; determining whether a crime was committed by an identified suspect, which may also involve an interpretation of statutory and/or decisional authorities; reviewing and applying available criminal histories; recommending a bail setting; and preparing a statement of facts.
Conducts negotiations with defense attorneys regarding the disposition and/or modification of charges.
Confers with witnesses, law enforcement officers, self-represented defendants, defense attorneys, and other interested parties.
Files, prepares and presents cases against minors in juvenile court.
Advises investigators and law enforcement officers on the legal aspects of their work.
Leads law clerks in the presentation of preliminary hearings as needed.