Government

Fort Worth, TX, United States

Attorney

Attorney

Full-time

No

Attorney The candidate makes decisions and counsels with clients, victims, or police concerning proceedings in court or related forums. Drafts and files pleadings, answers, motions, briefs, and responses necessary to conduct litigation and proceedings in related forums. Appears in court and forums to select juries, present and cross-examine evidence, make legal arguments, and act as an advocate. Identifies, locates, and prepares witnesses to present testimony effectively in court or related forums. Counsels and advises clients within the bounds of confidentiality, when applicable, regarding legal issues, in all phases of litigation and in non-adversarial contexts. Identifies and prepares non-testimonial forms of evidence for use in court and related forums. Drafts legal instruments and documents with legal implications. Negotiates with others to settle litigation or other contested matters or to assist in solving problems with legal implications. Conducts and supervises investigations in civil and criminal discovery proceedings. Develops knowledge, skill, and expertise in applicable areas of law to keep pace with current developments. Strives for experience, knowledge and skills. Performs all other related duties, as assigned or required. Must have a Juris Doctorate (JD) degree. Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and a member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas. Prior experience in the relevant area of law is essential. Good working knowledge, understanding and ability to apply the applicable laws, procedures, case holdings, and departmental policies is essential. Ability to work efficiently and effectively in high-pressure situations required. Possesses analytical ability, be diplomatic and tactful, and use good judgment and common sense required. Possesses proficient verbal and written skills to communicate information and directions to courts, attorneys, investigators, police agencies, and citizens required. Will be responsible for working in a cooperative manner with support staff and investigators. Must be computer literate. The candidate will prosecute and defend all manner of civil and criminal matters 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 giving rise to legal issues and bring about solutions to clients’ legal problems in a variety of forums. This attorney interacts with departmental supervisors and peers, other county employees. This licensed attorney generally handles criminal and civil matters of moderate complexity and gravity, and begins to take on some mentoring functions with less experienced attorneys. Works under the intermittent supervision of more experienced attorneys in an effort to build knowledge, skills and expertise.

Legal

Hiring Coordinator
Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s
Justice Center basement
401 W. Belknap
Fort Worth, TX 76196-0201