Trial Attorney- Las Cruces

New Mexico Admin Office of the District Attorneys

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides for the prosecution of criminal and non-criminal cases. The incumbent handles felony cases under supervision, such as adult and juvenile burglaries, property crimes, armed robberies, drug trafficking, mental commitments, and probation violations. The role also involves taking rotation as an on-call attorney, performing legal research for other attorneys, assisting in trial teams, performing non-prosecution duties as assigned, advising and assisting entry-level attorneys, and performing other related job duties. This is the second level position of the attorney series, and the incumbent is expected to become fully effective in this position. Work is performed in office, courtroom, and community environments. Physical effort and travel may be required. The incumbent may be required to work under stressful situations and/or conditions.

Requirements

Licensed attorney in New Mexico
Minimum of two (2) years as a practicing attorney, OR one (1) year as a prosecuting attorney
Advanced knowledge and skills in criminal prosecution
Knowledge of rules of evidence and rules of criminal procedure
Knowledge of public relations
Organizational skills
Basic computer skills including working knowledge of office systems
Effective trial skills
Ability to draft legal documents
Ability to work effectively with other criminal justice agencies
Ability to mentor and guide less experienced attorneys
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to research/analyze information and situations
Ability to work independently and make decisions within guidelines

Nice To Haves

Two (2) or more years as a prosecuting attorney

Responsibilities

Prosecution of criminal and non-criminal cases
Handling felony cases under supervision (e.g., adult and juvenile burglaries, property crimes, armed robberies, drug trafficking, mental commitments, probation violations)
Taking rotation as on-call attorney
Performing legal research for other attorneys
Assisting in trial teams
Performing non-prosecution duties as assigned
Advising and assisting entry-level attorneys
Approving/disapproving charges (with consultation for high-level/profile crimes)