What are the responsibilities and job description for the Criminal Defense Attorney position at Manuel Diaz Law Firm PC?
OVERVIEW: Manuel Diaz Law Firm, PC. is seeking a dynamic, self-starting individual with vision, initiative, and a demonstrated commitment to serve as an attorney in the Criminal Department.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Reports to the Managing Attorney, Criminal Department.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The principal duties of the Criminal Attorney will be to manage a Criminal law caseload and to provide direct supervision to a paralegal. Other responsibilities include:
- Monitors open cases for activity
- Reviews open and closed cases for proper recordkeeping and file maintenance.
- Pre-trial Discovery.
- Conducts hearings, trials before the court and jury trials.
- Conducts regular reviews of open cases.
- Provides co-counseling assistance to other attorneys of the Criminal Department.
- Participates in departmental meetings.
- Establishes and maintains positive relationships with clients, other attorneys, court employees and judicial officers.
- Other duties which may from time-to-time be assigned by the Supervising Attorney, Criminal Department or the Chief Legal Officer.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Licensed to practice law in Texas.
- A minimum of 1-2 years relevant legal experiences is preferred, but will consider newly licensed candidates with a strong interest in criminal law.
- Experience handling and negotiating felony offenses.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to think and plan strategically.
- Ability to have a flexible work schedule.
- Capable of handling a busy, diverse docket with minimal supervision.
- Possess a strong work ethic and a sense of accountability.
- Occasional travel may be required.
- Excellent attendance record.
SALARY: Based on applicant’s years of relevant experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits offered:
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Supplemental insurance
- Life insurance
- STD/LTD coverage
- Paid time off
- 401 (k)
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: MDLF Dallas Office or MDLF Mesquite Office