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0000009328.ATTORNEY II.PUBLIC DEFENDER

0000009328.ATTORNEY II.PUBLIC DEFENDER

Dallas County

Posted a month ago, valid for 15 days

Dallas, TX 75320, US

$180,000 - $216,000 per year

Full Time

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The position involves representing indigent defendants in misdemeanor, juvenile detention, or mental health cases under general supervision.
Key responsibilities include case evaluation, preparation, management, and representation during pre-trial and trial hearings.
The role requires effective communication with judges, prosecutors, court personnel, and other stakeholders involved in the legal process.
Additionally, the attorney will conduct legal research, draft legal documents, and interpret relevant laws and regulations.
Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience and the salary for this position is $65,000 per year.

Under general supervision represents indigent defendants in misdemeanor, juvenile detention, or mental health cases as assigned. Performs case evaluation, preparation, and management; represents the client in pre-trial and evidentiary hearings and jury/court trials; and ensures effective communication with judges, prosecuting attorneys, court personnel, family members, witnesses and other interested parties. Conducts legal research; drafting legal documents; and interpreting laws, rules and regulations.

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