Nueces County
Assistant Public Defender–Misdemeanor Attorney I–Public Defender's Office-TIDC-G
Nueces County, Corpus Christi, Texas, United States, 78417
Assistant Public Defender–Misdemeanor Attorney I–Public Defender's Office-TIDC-Grant-0703-2530
Pay: $32.43 / hour Employment type: Full-Time Job Description
Req#: 3848780 This is a Grant Funded Position The Nueces County Public Defender’s Office Assistant Public Defender – Misdemeanor Attorney I will represent indigent individuals facing misdemeanor charges. The Assistant Public Defender will provide a full range of legal services to indigent clients. Although the primary responsibility is misdemeanor cases, the Assistant Public Defender may also work on felony, juvenile, and appeal cases. The employee is required to be on duty before, during, and after natural disasters and emergencies, as directed by the Department Head. Responsibilities
Perform case evaluation, preparation, and management. Research case law and legal issues. Draft necessary motions, responses, and briefs, and argue them in court. Conduct background investigation; interview witnesses, victims, and law enforcement officers where appropriate. Represent clients in court for pretrial, evidentiary hearings, and jury/bench trials. Communicate case evaluation and status to clients effectively and in a timely manner. Communicate effectively with judges, court staff, prosecutors, family members, witnesses, and other interested parties. Participate in training and continuing education to remain informed of new court decisions, laws, and rules and regulations. Prioritize and organize work to meet filing deadlines and court appearances. Collaborate with public defender team and relevant service providers. Supervise and delegate responsibilities to legal secretaries and investigators. Maintain legal files and records; document case evaluation and activity. Perform such other duties as may be assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities
Assign and review work of Paralegals, Legal Secretaries, and Investigators. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Nueces County policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; and resolving problems. Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited law school. A qualified unlicensed law school graduate who meets all requirements of the Rules Governing the Supervised Practice of Law by Qualified Law Students and Qualified Unlicensed Law School Graduates in Texas is eligible to apply for this position. The applicant must obtain a Supervised Practice Card from the State Bar of Texas within 60 days of the date of hire. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
License from the Texas State Bar to practice law in the State of Texas. Current Texas Operator's License. Attorneys use their own private vehicles, rather than County cars. Knowledge of local, state, and federal law. Knowledge of trial procedures. Ability to evaluate facts, procedures, and legal precedents relevant in complex court cases. Skill in making persuasive legal arguments. Knowledge of investigative tools and techniques. Skill in conducting legal research. Ability to use computers and relevant software programs. About the Company
The Nueces County District Attorney's Office is committed to serving and protecting the community.
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Pay: $32.43 / hour Employment type: Full-Time Job Description
Req#: 3848780 This is a Grant Funded Position The Nueces County Public Defender’s Office Assistant Public Defender – Misdemeanor Attorney I will represent indigent individuals facing misdemeanor charges. The Assistant Public Defender will provide a full range of legal services to indigent clients. Although the primary responsibility is misdemeanor cases, the Assistant Public Defender may also work on felony, juvenile, and appeal cases. The employee is required to be on duty before, during, and after natural disasters and emergencies, as directed by the Department Head. Responsibilities
Perform case evaluation, preparation, and management. Research case law and legal issues. Draft necessary motions, responses, and briefs, and argue them in court. Conduct background investigation; interview witnesses, victims, and law enforcement officers where appropriate. Represent clients in court for pretrial, evidentiary hearings, and jury/bench trials. Communicate case evaluation and status to clients effectively and in a timely manner. Communicate effectively with judges, court staff, prosecutors, family members, witnesses, and other interested parties. Participate in training and continuing education to remain informed of new court decisions, laws, and rules and regulations. Prioritize and organize work to meet filing deadlines and court appearances. Collaborate with public defender team and relevant service providers. Supervise and delegate responsibilities to legal secretaries and investigators. Maintain legal files and records; document case evaluation and activity. Perform such other duties as may be assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities
Assign and review work of Paralegals, Legal Secretaries, and Investigators. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Nueces County policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; and resolving problems. Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited law school. A qualified unlicensed law school graduate who meets all requirements of the Rules Governing the Supervised Practice of Law by Qualified Law Students and Qualified Unlicensed Law School Graduates in Texas is eligible to apply for this position. The applicant must obtain a Supervised Practice Card from the State Bar of Texas within 60 days of the date of hire. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
License from the Texas State Bar to practice law in the State of Texas. Current Texas Operator's License. Attorneys use their own private vehicles, rather than County cars. Knowledge of local, state, and federal law. Knowledge of trial procedures. Ability to evaluate facts, procedures, and legal precedents relevant in complex court cases. Skill in making persuasive legal arguments. Knowledge of investigative tools and techniques. Skill in conducting legal research. Ability to use computers and relevant software programs. About the Company
The Nueces County District Attorney's Office is committed to serving and protecting the community.
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