County of Los Angeles · 2 months ago
DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY II - EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT
Los Angeles County, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe County of Los Angeles is seeking experienced attorneys for the Deputy District Attorney II position to assist in prosecuting criminal cases in response to recent natural disasters. The role involves performing legal work of average complexity, preparing and prosecuting misdemeanor and felony cases, and engaging with various legal stakeholders.
CommunitiesGovernmentNon Profit
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Prepares and prosecutes the more complex misdemeanor cases taken to trial
Prepares and prosecutes felony cases of moderate complexity in a department of the Superior Court
Utilizes computer based legal research systems and office technology in the preparation of cases
Prepares and conducts complex preliminary hearings
Reviews and makes decisions as to matters presented for filing consideration, which may include the following responsibilities: the careful reading of investigative reports; questioning law enforcement personnel; determining whether a crime was committed by an identified suspect, which may also involve an interpretation of statutory and/or decisional authorities; reviewing and applying available criminal histories; recommending a bail setting; and preparing a statement of facts
Conducts negotiations with defense attorneys regarding the disposition and/or modification of charges
Confers with witnesses, law enforcement officers, self-represented defendants, defense attorneys, and other interested parties
Files, prepares and presents cases against minors in juvenile court
Advises investigators and law enforcement officers on the legal aspects of their work
Leads law clerks in the presentation of preliminary hearings as needed
Qualification
Required
Two years of criminal trial experience as a full time trial attorney in a public agency
All Applicants must be admitted to the California State Bar Association to practice law in the State of California
A legible copy (photocopy or PDF format) of an active California State Bar Card (CSBC). The CSBC must indicate the current year (2025). If the watermark of the current year is not visible, your application will be rejected
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions
This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved
All supporting documentation must be submitted along with your application or via email to exams@da.lacounty.gov within five (5) business days of submitting your application. Failure to submit the required documents within five (5) business days from filing your application, will disqualify you from participating in this examination
You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment
No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required experience must be fully met and indicated on the application at the time of filing
Preferred
Experience conducting trials
Experience conducting preliminary hearings
Experience preparing and arguing Penal Code 1538.5 and Penal Code 995 motions
Experience preparing appellate briefs or motions
Criminal Trial experience in a City, County, State or Federal prosecuting agency
Company
County of Los Angeles
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