felony attorney

ARANSAS COUNTY

<p><b>This position will include a stipend of $15,000 annually.</b></p><p><b>SUMMARY OF POSITION</b></p><p>Performs legal work necessary to effectively represent Aransas County, primarily in felony matters. Handles misdemeanor and civil matters as necessary.</p><p><b>ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS</b></p><p>1. Reports to: County Attorney and First Assistant.</p><p>2. Directs: Directs paralegals, legal assistants, and admin assistants, may provide oversight or direction to other attorneys as assigned.</p><p>3. Other: Frequent communication with outside agencies and County officials, including the Commissioners Court, the County&rsquo;s department heads, the Sheriff&rsquo;s Office and other elected officials, County employees, attorneys, opposing attorneys, the County Attorney and other personnel.</p><p><b>ESSENTIAL DUTIES:</b></p><p>The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:</p><ul><li>Prosecutes and assists in felony cases &ndash; from intake through appellate review &ndash; including evaluating and preparing cases, reviewing arrest and search warrants, researching legal issues, preparing pleadings and briefs to the trial courts and appellate courts, and representing the State of Texas;</li><li>Prepares indictments and presents cases to grand jury;</li><li>Attends docket calls, conducts plea bargain negotiations, and competently represents the State of Texas in jury and non-jury trials;</li><li>Drafts legal documents and completes paperwork which may include motions, orders, petitions, answers, interrogatories, requests for admissions, subpoenas, briefs, judgments, complaints, indictments, charging instruments, plea agreements, and more;</li><li>Handles non-felony cases and assists with matters such as asset forfeitures, mental health commitments, protective orders, juvenile cases, misdemeanors, class C-misdemeanors in Justice of the Peace and/or Municipal Court, Child Protective Services matters, and Public Information Requests, as assigned;</li><li>Maintains up to date knowledge of the law, promptly makes decisions, is consistently well prepared, and maintains a professional demeanor;</li><li>Provides expert legal advice to staff and law enforcement;</li></ul><p>&middot; Exhibits extremely high integrity, demonstrates proper respect to the courts at all times, and maintains confidentiality at all times;</p><ul><li>Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.</li></ul><p><b>REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES</b></p><p><i><b>The successful candidate shall have knowledge of:</b></i></p><p><b>Criminal Justice and Legal System</b> &ndash; knowledge of legal terminology, criminal proceedings, courtroom procedures, and the legal system. Understands and implements the Texas Rules of Evidence, the Constitution of the United States and the State of Texas, the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, the Texas Family Code, and the Texas Rules of Appellate Procedure.</p><p><b>Clerical</b> &ndash; knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.</p><p><b>Office Work</b> &ndash; knowledge of appropriate customer service including in person assistance and telephone and email etiquette; familiarity and proficiency with office machines including copiers and facsimiles.</p><p><b>Computers and Software</b> &ndash; proficient personal computer skills including e-mail, record keeping, database activity, spreadsheets, formulas, word processing, and more.</p><p><i><b>Skills/Abilities</b></i>:</p><p>&middot; Exhibit a strong work ethic with a commitment to ethical prosecution and legal practice;</p><p>&middot; Possess excellent trial advocacy skills;</p><p>&middot; Proficiently utilize electronic legal research resources, understand and interpret legal processes and procedures, accurately draft legal documents, and effectively present legal arguments in court;</p><p>&middot; Manage a considerable docket of active cases and consistently satisfy deadlines in the face of competing time demands;</p><p>&middot; Communicate clearly and effectively during interactions with others even when the other person may be highly agitated, emotional, or anxious;</p><p>&middot; Be able to assist and support others, work well under pressure, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously;</p><p>&middot; Communicate effectively in writing and verbally, possess strong typing and computer skills, and demonstrate great attention to detail;</p><p>&middot; Operate computer using standard word processing, data inquiry, date entry and spreadsheet software packages;</p><p>&middot; Adhere to departmental policies, rules, regulations, and procedures;</p><p>&middot; Establish and maintain effective working relationships;</p><p>&middot; Type at least 50 words per minute;</p><p>&middot; Must pass UA screening and physical exam furnished by the County;</p><p>&middot; Must pass a criminal background check.</p><p><b>REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING</b></p><p>Doctorate in Jurisprudence from an ABA accredited law school. Must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience as an assistant county or district attorney, city attorney, or other governmental attorney with experience prosecuting criminal cases. Experience with a broad range of felony offenses is preferred. Bilingual (English/Spanish a plus)</p><p><b>CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED</b></p><p>&middot; Must be currently licensed by the Texas State Bar</p><p>&middot; Must be an active member and in good standing with the Texas State Bar Association</p><p>&middot; Valid Texas Driver&rsquo;s License and a good driving record</p><p><b>PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION</b></p><p>The physical and mental activities and requirements listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position.</p><p><i>Finger dexterity</i>: Manual dexterity sufficient to work with the fingers.</p><p><i>Visual Abilities</i>: Normal vision, with or without corrective lenses.</p><p><i>Physical Strength</i>: Sedentary physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of administrative nature. May frequently bend, kneel, walk, stand, and reach. May occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or move object weighing up to 25 lbs. Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally. Extensive sitting. Frequent use of arms, hands, and fingers to reach, handle, touch, and feel.</p><p><i>Language/Comprehension</i>: Ability to read and interpret statutes, regulations, ordinances, legal pleadings, and other business documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints effectively and professionally.</p><p><i>Reasoning Ability</i>: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram forms and work with abstract and concrete variables.</p><p><i>Mathematics Ability</i>: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, and percentages.</p><p><b>WORK SCHEDULE/HOURS</b></p><p>Regular schedule is eight (8) hour shifts for five (5) days each week, Monday &ndash; Friday, typically from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm., with occasional evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as needed.</p><p><b>WORK CONDITIONS</b></p><p>Work will take place in a well-lit, heated and/or cooled indoor office with adequate ventilation. The office environment will generally have a moderate noise level.</p><p><b>PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS</b></p><ul><li>The County Attorney&rsquo;s Office is running smoothly and efficiently;</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of the legal system and the operations of the County Attorney&rsquo;s Office;</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of drafting and filing documents with the courts;</li><li>Effective working relationships with County staff, victims, defendants, outside counsel, law enforcement officers, and the general public;</li><li>Employee understands and adheres to County&rsquo;s policies;</li><li>The County&rsquo;s professional reputation is maintained.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: From $99,249.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Felony Attorney

Spokane County

JOB
<br>This position works 40 hours per week in the Counsel for Defense Department. The position allocated to this class is the second and journey working level in this series and is responsible for performing civil and/or criminal legal work County Prosecutor, Public Defender or Counsel for Defense. Positions functioning at this level, whether civil or criminal, require prior case preparation and/or trial experience at a level equivalent to Attorney 1. A higher level attorney is available for professional guidance and counseling on a case by case basis on unusual or difficult problems. A position may be responsible for one or more legal programs of the department where the complexity of the law and legal procedures, legal knowledge, proficiency, depth and complexity of case preparation is less than at the Attorney 3 level. Professional guidance and counseling may be provided to legal interns by the positions of this class.Promotion from an Attorney 1 to an Attorney 2 is determined by an affirmative recommendation of the department. TOTAL COMPENSATION: $110,284- $154,338 annually. Total compensation is an estimate based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.
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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
<br>Assists or independently represents the County or a client in court, at trials, hearings arraignments, depositions; files legal documents and papers; and interviews witnesses, plaintiffs, victims, and/or clients/suspects. Evaluates the facts and examines evidence of specific cases or assignments.Conducts legal research, provides legal opinions or memorandums and drafts deeds, leases, contracts and correspondence.Addresses issues, questions and concerns from clients and/or their representatives regarding statutory procedures and requirements. Responds to written motions.Provides oral argument in court during guilty pleas, motion hearings, or other matters of law.Oversees the direct and cross examination of witnesses.Works with investigators, paralegals, and secretaries to manage court dates, filings, and case investigations.Assists former clients when they are asked to "return to court" on the basis of having violated probation.Performs other related duties as required/assigned. As an Attorney in the Juvenile Section: Represents the County or a client in court, at hearings, arraignments, depositions, sentencing and violation hearings on conditions of community supervision, termination of diversion agreement hearings, declination hearings, warrants to be issued (arrest and bench) and detention hearings.Files legal documents and papers, in the Clerk’s office.Reviews assigned cases for probable cause.Researches criminal histories, and determines points compiled by juveniles for the offense and standard range for sentencing.Prepares briefs and memorandums for appeal proceedings.Performs other related duties as required/assigned. As an Attorney in the Felony Section: Signs up new cases and conducts legal research, which includes but is not limited to: meeting with clients, reviewing police reports, reviewing body camera, reviewing video evidence, reviewing photographs, interviewing witnesses in coordination with investigators, securing funding for experts when necessary, and coordinating evaluations with experts.Dictates resumes, prosecutor’s statements and interstate witness subpoenas.Serves as liaison with Child Protective Services.Prepares for and appears in court for guilty pleas and probation hearings.Represents the State or plaintiff at arraignments, trials, sentencing and all pre-trial and post-trial hearings, including appeals in Court of Appeals and State Supreme Court.Performs other related duties as required/assigned. As an Attorney in the Civil Division: Provides written and oral legal opinions to County departments; drafts deeds, leases and contracts; is involved in discovery for trial preparation including depositions, document research and interrogations.Answers inquiries from private citizens or their attorneys.Prepares pleading, motions, orders and other court papers.Argues cases and motions in court or before an administrative body; and reviews/settles municipal claims.Performs other related duties as required/assigned.
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
<br>Knowledge of principles and practices of criminal or civil law as required by the position.Knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence.Skilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the general public and parties affected by the court and administration.Ability to analyze, evaluate and organize facts, evidence and legal procedures and to present information orally and in writing in a clear and logical form.Ability to analyze and prepare a variety of legal documents and instruments.

Attorney 2 - Juvenile or Adult Division

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Summary</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b><i>This position works 40 hours per week in the Counsel for Defense Department.</i></b></div><div></div><div><br>
This position performs advanced professional civil/criminal legal work for the County Prosecutor, Public Defender or Counsel for Defense. The position allocated to this class is responsible for performing advanced civil or criminal legal work with considerable professional independence and expertise. Positions in this class differ from positions at the Attorney 2 level by the expertise required, variety of legal matters encountered, number of cases assigned and supervisory responsibilities. Positions function with considerable professional independence, at times, assigning specific cases to lower level attorneys after making decisions to prosecute or provide defense services within established policy. Work is usually reviewed only at completion. Professional advice and consultation is provided by these positions to lower level attorney positions. A position at this level may head the legal activities of a section and provide performance analysis of lower level employees.</div><p><b><i><br>
TOTAL COMPENSATION: </i></b><i>$134,187- $187,801 annually. Total compensation is an </i><b><i>estimate</i></b><i> based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.</i></p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Examples of Duties</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>As an Attorney on the Civil Team:</b></div><ul><li>
Serves as legal counsel for the County elected officials, appointed department heads and boards or commissions, including writing legal opinions.</li><li>
Provides oral interpretations of the County ordinances and, State and Federal laws, entering notices of appearance, providing discovery and trying all cases not handled by insurance carriers.</li><li>
Defends labor-management grievances.</li><li>
Prepares and negotiates land sales and acquisitions and prepares ordinances and resolutions.</li><li>
Advises and represents school districts regarding student and personnel matters.</li><li>
Performs other related duties as required/assigned.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
As an Attorney on the Civil Team:</b></div><ul><li>
Serves as legal counsel for the Spokane County Safety/Loss Control Department, and is responsible for trying certain cases. In this position the attorney must have experience in employment law, environmental law, workers' compensation law, constitutional (State and federal) law, tort law, (including personal injury), land use law, construction law, contract law, and municipal law. The attorney in this position must have demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of safety/loss control policies and procedures.</li><li>
Performs other related duties as required/assigned.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
As an Attorney on the Juvenile Team:</b></div><ul><li>
Screens and assigns juvenile offense cases to section attorneys.</li><li>
Implements and supervises office procedures and staff functions.</li><li>
Provides legal advice in juvenile offense cases.</li><li>
Performs other related duties as required/assigned.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
As an Attorney on the Felony Team:</b></div><ul><li>
Evaluates the investigative results on alleged crimes and decides whether to charge and if so, with what crime or whether to refer the case back to the investigator for further investigation, or whether to decline criminal prosecution.</li><li>
Prepares legal pleading for charging.</li><li>
Prepares cases for trial, including interviewing witnesses; sorting evidence; conducting follow-up investigations; preparing issues and instruction; pretrial motions, opening statements, witness questions, trial strategies and final preparation of witnesses.</li><li>
Presents the state's case in court on homicide, negligent homicide, fraud, arson, robbery and other felonies.</li><li>
Reviews and prepares record on appeal, briefings and arguments in Court of Appeals, Supreme Court and US Supreme Court.</li><li>
Performs other related duties as required/assigned.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
As an Attorney on the Family Law Team:</b></div><ul><li>
Plans, assigns, and evaluates the work of the section, provides professional legal advice to and reviews the work of section attorneys.</li><li>
Consults with and advises the State Office of Support Enforcement (OSE) in matters concerning cases.</li><li>
Discusses legal theories, authorities and strategies of actions handled by department attorneys.</li><li>
Discusses and consults with department employees on matters of office policies and assignments; effectively recommends hiring, firing, promotion, and career moves of attorneys and other employees.</li><li>
Administers and effectively recommends administration of discipline.</li><li>
Performs other related duties as required/assigned.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
As an Attorney in the Public Defender or Counsel for Defense Department:</b></div><ul><li>
Provides advanced and professional defense services to indigent adults and juveniles charged with a crime.</li><li>
Supervises and mentors new lawyers with case analysis, covering cases, and assists with issues regarding client care.</li><li>
Evaluates and investigates felony case assignments, which includes interviewing witnesses, reviewing police reports, and preparing for trial.</li><li>
Prepares legal memorandums, motions and notes.</li><li>
Maintains contact with clients whether in or out of custody, by meeting with them in the jail, at the office, and by phone.</li><li>
Attends all required court hearings, arraignments, pleas, and trials</li><li>
Negotiates and communicates with prosecutors and witnesses in order to reach resolution in assigned matters.</li><li>
Provides coverage and case assistance when needed.</li><li>
Performs other related duties as required/assigned.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Requirements</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited college or university school of law.</li><li>
Four (4) years of experience at a level equivalent to Attorney 2 or substituting advanced professional legal training in civil or criminal law and procedure as required by the position for up to one year of the experience.</li><li>
Member of the Washington State Bar Association.</li><li>
Public Defender and Counsel for Defense Departments only: if not licensed to practice law in WA State, must meet the requirements under APR 8- Exception for Indigent Representation.<ul><li>
Candidate must be a member in good standing of the bar in another state and have applied and be pending approval by the WSBA under WA Supreme Court APR 3.</li></ul></li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Selection Factors</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Knowledge of principles and practices of criminal or civil law as required by the position.</li><li>
Knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence.</li><li>
Knowledge of effective techniques and the presentation of cases in court.</li><li>
Knowledge to include litigation experience in the examples of duties in which the attorney was the lead attorney.</li><li>
Skilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.</li><li>
Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the general public and parties affected by the court and administration.</li><li>
Ability to analyze, evaluate and organize facts, evidence and legal procedures and to present information orally and in writing in a clear and logical form.</li><li>
Ability to analyze and prepare a variety of legal documents and instruments.</li></ul></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><p></p><div><div><div><div><p><b>SPOKANE</b> <b>COUNTY</b><br>
<b><i>Employee Benefits Summary</i></b><br>
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<i>The following is a brief list of benefits available to Spokane County regular employees. Complete information is available from Human Resources Department. This information is subject to change.</i><br>
 </p><div><b>PAID TIME OFF</b></div><br>
<b>Spokane County Observed Holidays</b><br>
Up to 10 (ten) paid holidays are observed by Spokane County.<br>
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<b>PTO</b><br>
Non-represented and a select group of represented employees receive a bank of hours that combine both vacation and sick leave into a paid time off bank. There is no waiting period to use this time and it starts out at almost 2 days per month accrual increasing in accrual rates annually for first 5 years.<br>
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<b>Vacation</b><br>
For employees with less than five (5) years of continuous service, the accrual rate is 1 day of vacation each month for a total of 12 days per year. After six (6) months, employees are eligible to take accumulated vacation time. (Please note the vacation time accumulation may vary depending on contract language).<br>
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<b>Sick Leave</b><br>
Sick leave is earned at 1 day per month and can be taken as the days are accumulated.<br>
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<b>Other Leaves</b><br>
Spokane County provides several other paid leaves such as: bereavement leave, jury duty and military duty leave.<br>
 <div><b>INSURANCE BENEFITS</b></div><br>
<b>Medical Insurance</b><br>
Two plans are currently available: Premera Blue Cross (PPO) and Kaiser Permanente (HMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents. Premiums are deducted each pay period (pay periods: 15th and last day of the month).<br>
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<b>2024 Rates:</b><br>
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<b>Premera</b><b> </b><br>
Employee Only: $38.04 per month <br>
Employee &amp; Spouse: $149.52 per month <br>
Employee &amp; Family: $209.60 per month <br>
Employee &amp; Child(ren): $136.16 per month <br>
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<b>Kaiser:</b><br>
Employee: $35.92 per month<br>
Employee &amp; Spouse: $140.56 per month<br>
Employee &amp; Family: $196.06 per month<br>
Employee &amp; Child(ren): $128.58 per month<br>
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<b>Dental Insurance</b><br>
Two plans are currently available: Delta Dental of Washington (PPO) and Willamette Dental (DMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents.<br>
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<b>2024 Rates</b>:<br>
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<b>Delta Dental</b><b> </b><b>Willamette Dental</b><br>
Employee: $5.74 per month Employee: $5.98 per month<br>
Family: $11.48 per month Family: $11.96 per month<br>
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<b>Group Life Insurance</b><br>
The County provides a $25,000 group life insurance policy to employees. The County provides a $10,000 benefit for those represented by 492, 492CS &amp; 492CL. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.<br>
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<b>Long Term Disability Coverage</b><br>
Provides an income protection benefit in the event of a long-term illness or injury at rate of 60% of income up to a maximum of $5,000 per month. Spokane County pays the full premium for this plan. Deputy Sheriff's receive a benefit through their union for disability.<br>
 <div><b>RETIREMENT</b></div> <br>
<b>Retirement Plan (401a)</b><br>
Spokane County employees are automatically included in the Washington State Retirement System. Both the employer and the employee contribute to the plan. This retirement plan provides a guaranteed lifetime monthly benefit once vested and eligible for retirement.<br>
 <br>
<b>Additional Retirement Plan Option (457b)</b><br>
Employees may supplement their retirement income and save money on taxes by participating in this optional County program. Roth (after-tax) option is also available through this retirement plan.<br>
 <div><b>VOLUNTARY BENEFITS</b></div> <br>
<b>AFLAC</b><br>
Supplemental insurance is optional and is provided by AFLAC to help pay for benefits not covered by major medical insurance. The employee pays 100% of the premium.<br>
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<b>Travel Assistance</b><br>
Provides additional travel protections anytime you travel more than 100 miles from home. Includes pre-trip information, emergency ticket replacement, and emergency evacuation coverage. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.<br>
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<b>Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)</b><br>
Spokane County sponsors a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account to allow out-of-pocket Medical &amp; Daycare Expenses to be paid with Tax Free Dollars. Premiums are automatically set up pre-tax under the FSA.<br>
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<b>Voluntary Term Life Insurance</b><br>
Voluntary Term Life Insurance is additional optional life insurance provided through The Standard Insurance. New employees are guaranteed up to $50,000 for self and $20,000 for a spouse with no medical underwriting needed.<br>
 <div><b>WORK/LIFE PROGRAMS</b></div><p><i> </i><br>
<b>Employee Assistance Program</b><br>
Employees and their family members are eligible to receive free counseling. There are also benefits relating to financial and legal concerns.<br>
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<b>Reduced Cost Bus Pass Program</b><br>
Spokane County participates in a program with STA which discounts bus passes to $5 a month.<br>
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<b>Wellness Programs</b><br>
There are opportunities for nearby exercise programs at reduced cost and education programs around wellness themes including financial well-being, nutrition and stress reduction.<br>
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<b>Discounts</b><br>
There are local and national discounts available to Spokane County employees<i>.</i></p></div></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><div><div><b>Employer</b></div>
<div>Spokane County</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Address</b></div>
<div><p>824 N Adams<br>
<br>
Spokane, Washington, 99260
</p></div></div></div><div><div><div><b>Phone</b></div>
<div>509-477-5750
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</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>Website</b></div>
<div>http://www.spokanecounty.org/employment</div></div></div></div>

Attorney 3 - Counsel for Defense

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Summary</b></h2></div>
<div><p><i>This position works 40 hours per week.</i></p><div><br>
This position performs advanced professional criminal legal work for the County Prosecutor. The position allocated to this class is responsible for performing advanced criminal legal work with considerable professional independence and expertise. Positions in this class differ from positions at the Attorney 2 level by the expertise required, variety of legal matters encountered, number of cases assigned and supervisory responsibilities. Positions function with considerable professional independence, at times, assigning specific cases to lower level attorneys after making decisions to prosecute or provide defense services within established policy. Work is usually reviewed only at completion. Professional advice and consultation is provided by these positions to lower level attorney positions. A position at this level may head the legal activities of a section and provide performance analysis of lower level employees.</div><p><b><i><br>
TOTAL COMPENSATION: </i></b><i>$134,187 - $187,801 annually. Total compensation is an </i><b><i>estimate</i></b><i> based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.</i></p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Examples of Duties</b></h2></div><br>
<p></p><div><br>
<div><b>As an Attorney on the Felony Team:</b></div><ul><li>
Evaluates the investigative results on alleged crimes and decides whether to charge and if so, with what crime or whether to refer the case back to the investigator for further investigation, or whether to decline criminal prosecution.</li><li>
Prepares legal pleading for charging.</li><li>
Prepares cases for trial, including interviewing witnesses; sorting evidence; conducting follow-up investigations; preparing issues and instruction; pretrial motions, opening statements, witness questions, trial strategies and final preparation of witnesses.</li><li>
Presents the state's case in court on homicide, negligent homicide, fraud, arson, robbery and other felonies.</li><li>
Reviews and prepares record on appeal, briefings and arguments in Court of Appeals, Supreme Court and US Supreme Court.</li><li>
Performs other related duties as required/assigned.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Requirements</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited college or university school of law.</li><li>
Four (4) years of experience at a level equivalent to Attorney 2 or substituting advanced professional legal training in civil or criminal law and procedure as required by the position for up to one year of the experience.</li><li>
Member of the Washington State Bar Association.</li><li>
Public Defender and Counsel for Defense Departments only: if not licensed to practice law in WA State, must meet the requirements under APR 8- Exception for Indigent Representation.<ul><li>
Candidate must be a member in good standing of the bar in another state and have applied and be pending approval by the WSBA under WA Supreme Court APR 3.</li></ul></li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Selection Factors</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Knowledge of principles and practices of criminal or civil law as required by the position.</li><li>
Knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence.</li><li>
Knowledge of effective techniques and the presentation of cases in court.</li><li>
Knowledge to include litigation experience in the examples of duties in which the attorney was the lead attorney.</li><li>
Skilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.</li><li>
Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the general public and parties affected by the court and administration.</li><li>
Ability to analyze, evaluate and organize facts, evidence and legal procedures and to present information orally and in writing in a clear and logical form.</li><li>
Ability to analyze and prepare a variety of legal documents and instruments.</li></ul></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><p></p><div><div><div><div><p><b>SPOKANE</b> <b>COUNTY</b><br>
<b><i>Employee Benefits Summary</i></b><br>
 <br>
<i>The following is a brief list of benefits available to Spokane County regular employees. Complete information is available from Human Resources Department. This information is subject to change.</i><br>
 </p><div><b>PAID TIME OFF</b></div><br>
<b>Spokane County Observed Holidays</b><br>
Up to 10 (ten) paid holidays are observed by Spokane County.<br>
 <br>
<b>PTO</b><br>
Non-represented and a select group of represented employees receive a bank of hours that combine both vacation and sick leave into a paid time off bank. There is no waiting period to use this time and it starts out at almost 2 days per month accrual increasing in accrual rates annually for first 5 years.<br>
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<b>Vacation</b><br>
For employees with less than five (5) years of continuous service, the accrual rate is 1 day of vacation each month for a total of 12 days per year. After six (6) months, employees are eligible to take accumulated vacation time. (Please note the vacation time accumulation may vary depending on contract language).<br>
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<b>Sick Leave</b><br>
Sick leave is earned at 1 day per month and can be taken as the days are accumulated.<br>
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<b>Other Leaves</b><br>
Spokane County provides several other paid leaves such as: bereavement leave, jury duty and military duty leave.<br>
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<b>Medical Insurance</b><br>
Two plans are currently available: Premera Blue Cross (PPO) and Kaiser Permanente (HMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents. Premiums are deducted each pay period (pay periods: 15th and last day of the month).<br>
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<b>2024 Rates:</b><br>
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<b>Premera</b><b> </b><br>
Employee Only: $38.04 per month <br>
Employee &amp; Spouse: $149.52 per month <br>
Employee &amp; Family: $209.60 per month <br>
Employee &amp; Child(ren): $136.16 per month <br>
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<b>Kaiser:</b><br>
Employee: $35.92 per month<br>
Employee &amp; Spouse: $140.56 per month<br>
Employee &amp; Family: $196.06 per month<br>
Employee &amp; Child(ren): $128.58 per month<br>
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<b>Dental Insurance</b><br>
Two plans are currently available: Delta Dental of Washington (PPO) and Willamette Dental (DMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents.<br>
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<b>2024 Rates</b>:<br>
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<b>Delta Dental</b><b> </b><b>Willamette Dental</b><br>
Employee: $5.74 per month Employee: $5.98 per month<br>
Family: $11.48 per month Family: $11.96 per month<br>
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<b>Group Life Insurance</b><br>
The County provides a $25,000 group life insurance policy to employees. The County provides a $10,000 benefit for those represented by 492, 492CS &amp; 492CL. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.<br>
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<b>Long Term Disability Coverage</b><br>
Provides an income protection benefit in the event of a long-term illness or injury at rate of 60% of income up to a maximum of $5,000 per month. Spokane County pays the full premium for this plan. Deputy Sheriff's receive a benefit through their union for disability.<br>
 <div><b>RETIREMENT</b></div> <br>
<b>Retirement Plan (401a)</b><br>
Spokane County employees are automatically included in the Washington State Retirement System. Both the employer and the employee contribute to the plan. This retirement plan provides a guaranteed lifetime monthly benefit once vested and eligible for retirement.<br>
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<b>Additional Retirement Plan Option (457b)</b><br>
Employees may supplement their retirement income and save money on taxes by participating in this optional County program. Roth (after-tax) option is also available through this retirement plan.<br>
 <div><b>VOLUNTARY BENEFITS</b></div> <br>
<b>AFLAC</b><br>
Supplemental insurance is optional and is provided by AFLAC to help pay for benefits not covered by major medical insurance. The employee pays 100% of the premium.<br>
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<b>Travel Assistance</b><br>
Provides additional travel protections anytime you travel more than 100 miles from home. Includes pre-trip information, emergency ticket replacement, and emergency evacuation coverage. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.<br>
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<b>Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)</b><br>
Spokane County sponsors a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account to allow out-of-pocket Medical &amp; Daycare Expenses to be paid with Tax Free Dollars. Premiums are automatically set up pre-tax under the FSA.<br>
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<b>Voluntary Term Life Insurance</b><br>
Voluntary Term Life Insurance is additional optional life insurance provided through The Standard Insurance. New employees are guaranteed up to $50,000 for self and $20,000 for a spouse with no medical underwriting needed.<br>
 <div><b>WORK/LIFE PROGRAMS</b></div><p><i> </i><br>
<b>Employee Assistance Program</b><br>
Employees and their family members are eligible to receive free counseling. There are also benefits relating to financial and legal concerns.<br>
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<b>Reduced Cost Bus Pass Program</b><br>
Spokane County participates in a program with STA which discounts bus passes to $5 a month.<br>
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<b>Wellness Programs</b><br>
There are opportunities for nearby exercise programs at reduced cost and education programs around wellness themes including financial well-being, nutrition and stress reduction.<br>
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<b>Discounts</b><br>
There are local and national discounts available to Spokane County employees<i>.</i></p></div></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><div><div><b>Employer</b></div>
<div>Spokane County</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Address</b></div>
<div><p>824 N Adams<br>
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Spokane, Washington, 99260
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<div>509-477-5750
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</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>Website</b></div>
<div>http://www.spokanecounty.org/employment</div></div></div></div>

Attorney 3-Special Assaults Unit

Ulster County District Attorney's Office

<p><b>Company Overview</b></p><p><b>Experienced Felony Prosecutor</b><br/><b>Assistant District Attorney, Ulster County NY </b></p><p><b>Experienced Felony Assistant District Attorney </b>positions available. The ADA must have felony trial experience. The ADA will be expected to prosecute major crimes. The ADA will be required to participate in investigations and advise law enforcement personnel on major felony cases. The ADA may be assigned to other cases or projects at the discretion of the District Attorney, or any supervisory ADA designated by the DA. All ADAs are required to adhere to the highest ethical standards in their professional and personal conduct.</p><p><b>Requirements</b>: Must be a J.D. graduate of an accredited United States Law School and licensed in the State of New York with <b>3+</b> years experience. Residency in Ulster County will be required within a reasonable length of time. Excellent writing and research skills are necessary. Felony criminal trial experience required. Prior defense or prosecutorial experience and <b>must have practiced under CPL 245</b>. Proficiency in a second language, or other relevant experience are pluses, but not required. All applicants undergo security clearance. If the office is interested in an interview, writing samples, references, and other requirements may apply.</p><p><b>Salary and benefits</b>: $100,000 +<br/>Ulster County provides excellent medical, dental and vision benefits to its employees, and vacation and sick time based upon time in service. Employees are also enrolled in the New York State retirement system, and may participate in other benefits, including using Deferred Compensation.</p><p><b>Send resumes and cover letters only to</b>:<br/><b>jodl@ulstercountyny.gov </b><br/><i>OR by mail to</i>:<br/><b>Ulster County District Attorney</b><br/><b>Attn: Jodi Longto </b><br/><b>15 Joys Lane</b><br/><b>Kingston, New York 12401</b></p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: From $100,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

EXPERIENCED Felony Assistant District Attorney, Ulster County, NY

Attorney Adam Burke LLC

Senior Criminal Defense Trial Attorney (Felonies) Part-time ( hrs/wk)<BR><BR>About Us<BR><BR>Attorney Adam Burke LLC is a Columbus-based criminal defense firm serving Central Ohio. We defend federal, felony, and misdemeanor matters including DUI/OVI with integrity, strategic precision, and relentless advocacy.<BR><BR>Role Overview<BR><BR>Were hiring a part-time senior felony trial attorney to lead serious cases from intake through trial. Youll argue suppression and evidentiary motions, try jury cases, mentor junior lawyers, and leverage our tech-enabled support to move matters quickly and well.<BR><BR>Responsibilities<BR><BR>Handle felony matters end-to-end: strategy, negotiations, motion practice, evidentiary hearings, jury trials, sentencing.<BR>Draft and argue motions (suppression, in limine); prepare briefs, jury instructions, and sentencing memos.<BR>Evaluate discovery at scale; identify constitutional/evidentiary/procedural issues; develop defense themes and cross-plans.<BR>Mentor associates and VAs; collaborate closely with the team; maintain excellent client communication.<BR>Use MyCase (or similar), Notion, Zoom/Teams, Slack, and AI-assisted discovery tools.<BR>Appear in person across Central Ohio courts; manage schedules and deadlines independently.<BR>Minimum Requirements (must-have)<BR><BR>Active Ohio law license in good standing.<BR>10+ years criminal defense experience focused on felonies.<BR>Felony jury-trial experience to verdict (first- or second-chair).<BR>Strength in motions practice (4th/5th/6th Amendment); excellent writing/oral advocacy.<BR>Reliable transportation for multi-county coverage; strong organization and judgment.<BR>Schedule & Setting<BR><BR>Part-time: hours/week.<BR>Monday Friday; weekends as needed.<BR>Hybrid for research/drafting; in-person for court; on-the-road as required.<BR>Compensation & Benefits<BR><BR>Competitive part-time compensation with performance bonus potential; benefits may include health, dental, vision, PTO, CLE budget, malpractice coverage, and bar dues.<BR><BR>How to Apply<BR><BR>Apply via post Job Free and email your CV, brief cover letter (highlighting felony jury-trial experience), and 1 2 writing samples (e.g., motion to suppress)<BR><BR>EOE.<BR><BR>Job Type: Part-time<BR><BR>Benefits:<BR><BR>Flexible schedule<BR>Work Location: On the road<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?1%2fwdEqK%2fok2LseTv3eOij8CHPHWlfsP9a" width="0" height="0" />

Senior Criminal Defense Trial Attorney (Felonies)

Larimer County

JOB
<br>We have an opportunity for a Senior Deputy District Attorney!The Senior Deputy District Attorney position in the SVU unit, of the District Attorney's Office has supervisory responsibilities under the Chief Deputy District Attorney of their division. The vacancy is in SVU, but a Senior could rotate to District Court, County Court, Juvenile or SVU units. We are looking for an experienced prosecutor reflecting multiple years of felony prosecution experience, ideally with diversity in the areas of practice including experience in SVU. An attorney in a Senior role is expected to exercise significant independent discretion and judgment as well as provide training and supervision to junior attorneys. A person in this position is expected to be available to staff regularly Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; some evening and weekend hours may be necessary as needed. After a 90 day probationary period, 1 day per week of working from home may be available.Please include a cover letter addressed to Kim Bubka, Chief Deputy District Attorney.
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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
<br><b>What you'll be doing:</b> Assists in the development of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for their unit, and for the District Attorney's Office.Provides legal assistance, training and education to law enforcement officers.Provides training, supervision, and review to less experienced Deputy District Attorneys in the SVU unit.Attends major crime scenes in an advisory capacity to give legal advice to law enforcement officers conducting the on-scene investigations.Backs-up and assists regularly assigned on-call Deputy District Attorneys.Participates in the recruitment and selection of professional staff.May receive and reviews felony case filing materials, including examining the evidence, witness statements, the nature of the crime, and whether the evidence justifies continued prosecution; and makes independent filing decisions.Prepares briefs and legal opinions; conducts legal research; prepares reports and develops recommendations related to the District Attorney's Office policies, procedures and operations.Represents the office in felony level criminal proceedings including the scheduling of cases, plea negotiations, probation revocation hearings, motions, and sentencings.Functions as lead trial attorney for a wide range of criminal matters, focusing on complex felony prosecutions and assisting less experienced Deputy District Attorneys on other cases.To view the full job description, visit- https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Deputy_District_Attorney_Senior.What we're looking for: Strong legal skills and demonstrated legal ability.Experience supervising and training legal or professional staff.Background working with victims of serious crimes, including children.Ability to review explicit evidence and make sound legal decisions based on the material.
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
<br>This is an exempt position and Seniors are expected to be available on-call and go out on a crime scene as needed (day or night) based on the on-call schedule (which rotates). This person will report to Kim Bubka, Chief Deputy District Attorney of the SVU unit.An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

Senior Deputy District Attorney

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