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Fort Bend County · 1 month ago

Attorney I - Trial Division - Public Defender's Office

Richmond, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$40.47/hr - $50.59/hr

1+ years exp

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation, focusing on the quality of life for families. They are seeking an Attorney I to represent defendants in court proceedings and conduct trials for criminal and misdemeanor cases.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Presents cases to judges; represents defendants at court proceedings; conducts trials of criminal and misdemeanor cases

Negotiates plea bargains and bond reductions in criminal and juvenile cases

Reviews all criminal cases; conducts legal research

Reads and reviews offense reports and probable cause statements

Consults with and provides legal advice to appropriate County departments; responds to inquiries from the public, resolves and/or refers to proper person; provides counsel to law enforcement agencies and personnel as required

Prepares arrest and search warrants for law enforcement officers

Meets and assists with victims, witnesses, defendants and other outside agencies

Assists and/or instructs other employees with their duties; assigns, plans and reviews work of other employees

Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers