TVN Family Services Associate Attorney

The Village Network•Columbus, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The MCE Associate Attorney will assist the MCE Attorney in the completion of child welfare related legal work. This will include providing clerical support, legal research, document preparation, interviewing and scheduling of witnesses and caseworkers, trial preparation and covering hearings when requested. This will be completed in alignment with The Village Network’s Mission, Vision & Values. The Village Network wants to be a great place to work, and we are committed to being a trauma-informed and responsive workplace, believing the practices that help people heal and thrive in our services should also guide how we treat and interact with each other. As an employee of TVN, you will endeavor to learn and practice: Making physical and psychological safety a priority, Being open and honest, especially when things are hard, without fear of retribution, Supporting each other, Ensuring clarity of responsibilities and accountability of self and others, Working together collaboratively, Actively listening and creating space for giving or receiving feedback, recognizing it may or may not be applied, Treating people with dignity and respect.

Requirements

Law degree
6 months’ experience as a licensed attorney
Must be in good standing with the Ohio Bar Association
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and time management skills
Be culturally competent; ability to work respectfully and effectively with people of all cultures, classes, races, genders, ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, mental and physical abilities, ages and appearances in a manner that recognizes, affirms and values the worth of individuals, families and communities and protects and preserves the dignity of each.
Ability to use a computer, proficiency in Word, Outlook, Excel, and an online case record system.
Valid Ohio Driver’s License and maintains a driving record that allows that individual to be insurable with the insurance company providing The Village Network with vehicle insurance.

Nice To Haves

3 years’ experience in child welfare or the practice of juvenile law desired.
Familiarity with SACWIS preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare affidavits, legal correspondence, routine complaints and motions, and other documents for the MCE Attorney
File motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures
Schedule meetings, case reviews, and interviews of caseworkers and other professionals involved in the child welfare cases assigned to the MCE
Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files which include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, and other items
Assist the MCE Attorney with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings
Maintains a case log to ensure that motions, complaints, and other court documents are filed timely and in accordance with child welfare legal statutes
Assists in ensuring that legal service is complete
Represents The Village Network in juvenile court appearances; provides court coverage and takes a lead role in case litigation for the MCE Attorney as needed.
Participates in scheduled legal staffing’s with service teams and attorneys from Franklin County Children’s Services (FCCS).
Assists in defending and/or responding to appeals and objections on behalf of The Village Network.
Other duties as assigned