Assistant District Attorney Ii

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Assistant District Attorney Ii
The candidate will prosecute and defend cases in various levels of trial and appellate courts and administrative forums. May also provide written or verbal legal advice to individual or governmental clients and draft legal instruments or other written documents with legal implications. Investigate facts involving criminal matters and bring about solutions to crime victims in a variety of forums. This licensed attorney generally handles criminal matters of great complexity and gravity and begins to take on some mentoring functions with less experienced attorneys. Attorney works under the intermittent supervision of more experienced attorneys in an effort to build knowledge, skills, and expertise. Represents the Criminal District Attorney in litigation and negotiations of many complex matters. Gathers information regarding legal matters presented to the Court (e.g., motions, briefs, pleadings) by reviewing case files, exhibits, and other documents and conferring as needed with opposing counsel and the Court. Identifies, researches, and analyzes legal issues; reviews legal authority cited by litigants; conducts self-directed independent research as may be needed to further clarify issues and arrive at sound conclusions. Appears in court and forums to select juries, present and cross-examine evidence, make legal arguments, and act as an advocate for the State of Texas. Identifies, locates, and prepares witnesses to present testimony effectively in court or related forums. Counsels with clients, victims, or police concerning proceedings in court or related forums. Independently makes decision to dismiss, proceed with charges, enter plea negotiations and plea agreements for each case. Prepares comprehensive memoranda detailing relevant legal and factual issues, addressing the strengths and weaknesses of the arguments presented, and recommending judicial action. Negotiates with others to settle litigation or other contested matters or to assist in solving problems with legal implications. Provides self-represented litigants legal information on specific areas of the law through workshops, clinics and educational materials. Assists in daily office operations, including oversight, training, and mentoring of new staff, interns, and volunteers. Recommends policies, procedures, practices, and specific actions to best deal with critical issues. Develops knowledge, skill, and expertise in applicable areas of law to keep pace with current developments. Regular attendance and timeliness are required.

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