Assistant District Attorneyfelony

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Assistant District Attorney–Felony
DUTIES: Reviews and processes the case packet for each criminal case filed by a police agency and initiates prosecution where appropriate. Attends docket calls, conducts plea bargain negotiations, is well prepared on assigned cases, makes decisions promptly and keeps abreast of the law. Must be of extremely high integrity and have a professional demeanor. Demonstrates proper respect to the court at all times. Reviews assigned cases, supervises secretaries in preparation of paperwork, checks all pleadings for accuracy, and makes timely issue of applications for subpoenas. Prepares and files motions promptly and accurately. Must be available for consultations with court personnel, victims, witnesses, defendants, defense attorneys and other criminal justice personnel. Is responsible for all cases in his/her charge. Prepares cases for jury or bench trials including pretrial motions, orders, interviewing witnesses, preparing trial notebooks and jury charges. Competently tries cases before a jury or a judge. Properly completes all papers including statements of fact for defendants sentenced to the Department of Criminal Justice system. Complies with the enforcement of the rules, regulations and policies of the District Attorney’s Office and the oral and written directives of his/her supervisors and the Texas Code of Professional Responsibility. Performs all other job-related duties as assigned.

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