Attorney I - Municipal Prosecutor

Serves as a municipal prosecutor in the City of Lubbock Municipal Court as part of the City Attorney’s Office. 

• Be assigned as a Municipal Court Prosecutor to present cases before Municipal Court;
• Prosecute city ordinances and Texas Penal Code Class "C" misdemeanors;
• Assist other city attorneys in preparation of trial briefs and pleadings;
• Research various city codes to facilitate code enforcement by various City departments;
• Preparing, researching, arguing, filing and responding to motions;
• Report directly to the Chief Municipal Prosecutor;
• Perform related duties as directed.

Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D. degree and licensed to practice before all courts of the State of Texas.  

Valid Current Driver's License
Licensed to Practice Law in the State of Texas

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of federal, state, and local laws relating to local government, along with legal research methods.

• Prepare cases for prosecution in Municipal Court;
• Engage in detailed legal research and writing, including computer aided electronic research;
• Litigate and prosecute on behalf of the city;
• Communicate effectively with others.

• Frequently lift and carry up to 10 pounds;
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds;
• Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
• Place arms above, at, and below should height.