Trial Attorney-Juvenile Unit - Las Cruces, United States - NM District Attorneys Association

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Job Description

Job Description

Job Duties: Incumbent will handle the Juvenile docket and may handle other felony cases under supervision, for example adult and juvenile burglaries, property crimes, armed robberies, drug trafficking, mental commitments, probation violations; takes rotation as on-call attorney; performs legal research for other attorneys; assists in trial teams; performs non-prosecution duties as assigned; advises/assists entry level attorneys; performs other related job duties. Position requires advanced knowledge and skills in the areas of criminal prosecution; rules of evidence and rules of criminal procedure; public relations; organization; basic computer skills including working knowledge of office systems; effective trial skills; ability to draft legal documents; ability to work effectively with other criminal justice agencies; mentor and guide less experienced attorneys; ability to communicate effectively; ability to research/analyze information and situations. Works independently and makes decisions within guidelines. Decisions made include approving/disapproving charges. Charging decisions are made with consultation of higher level attorneys for high level and/or profile crimes.


Qualifications:

Licensed attorney in New Mexico, plus a minimum of two (2) years as a practicing attorney, or one (1) year as a prosecuting attorney.

Company DescriptionThe New Mexico District Attorney's Offices are committed to effective and professional prosecution within the bounds of law, ethics, and integrity.

We strive to work closely with the courts, law enforcement, victims, witnesses and the community to ensure the safety of the citizens of New Mexico through aggressive prosecution of criminals and adherence to the duties of the District Attorney as set forth in Section NMSA.

Company Description

The New Mexico District Attorney's Offices are committed to effective and professional prosecution within the bounds of law, ethics, and integrity.

We strive to work closely with the courts, law enforcement, victims, witnesses and the community to ensure the safety of the citizens of New Mexico through aggressive prosecution of criminals and adherence to the duties of the District Attorney as set forth in Section NMSA.