SALARY RANGE
$80,000.00 to $120,000.00 per year depending on experience
SUMMARY
The Lubbock County Criminal District Attorney’s Office has an immediate opening for an attorney in our Appellate Division. This position is flexible and may be filled with either an entry-level attorney or an experienced attorney.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Handle all aspects of criminal appellate prosecution including drafting appellate briefs, mandamus petitions, motions for rehearing, and petitions for discretionary review, and other appellate responses as necessary.
- Prepare and present oral argument to appellate courts.
- Draft responses and proposed findings of fact and conclusions of law for post-conviction applications for writ of habeas corpus.
- Prepare jury charges and participate in charge conferences.
- Draft legal briefs for and participate in hearings before district and county courts, including for motions to suppress, motions to quash, motions to dismiss, pretrial applications for writ of habeas corpus, and motions for new trial.
- Provide legal research and trial support as necessary, including assisting with legal issues and arguments prior to and during trial.
- Answer questions from law enforcement and assist in search warrant preparation and review.
- Provide training for benefit of the office.
- Maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the general public.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicant must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, must currently be licensed to practice law in The State of Texas, and must be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas. Applicant must also have a clean criminal history and be able to pass a drug test.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
This position requires a thorough knowledge of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and Texas Penal Code, as well as relevant caselaw. Must possess excellent research and writing skills and a strong ability to communicate and get along with others. Must possess good judgment, sufficient common sense, and legal skills to make important legal decisions on complex issues. Need to have basic computer and typing skills and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Daily duties require sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, and bending as well as speaking to and listening to other people. This job will be performed in the usual and customary office and courtroom settings. Minimal heavy lifting and driving duties are required. The workweek is usually 40 hours per week, but may be longer depending on appellate responsibilities.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
The salary for this position is $80,000.00 to $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience. The successful applicant will also receive a full benefits package from Lubbock County. This includes paid holidays off, personal leave time, and other benefits in addition to health, life, dental, and vision insurance.
DISCLAIMER
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the standard functions of this position and should not be constructed as a thorough description of all work requirements. The characteristics of the work environment described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Lubbock County will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to Michelle Moore at [email protected].