Supervising Attorney - La1

Childrens Law Center of California•Monterey Park, CA

About The Position

Children’s Law Center of California (CLC) is seeking an Attorney Supervisor who reports to the Firm Director. The role provides support and supervision to case-carrying attorneys and support staff while actively supporting the Firm Director and Management Team. The Attorney Supervisor collaborates with supervisors and staff to advance CLC’s mission of high-quality client representation, implement policies and procedures, support continuous quality improvement, and further the organization’s strategic goals. The position supervises, advises, mentors, and evaluates attorneys and law clerks; helps manage attorney workloads and coverage; and contributes to staff performance processes, hiring, meetings, committees, and training. The successful candidate demonstrates strong legal, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills, a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and high ethical and professional standards. The position is primarily based in Monterey Park and requires travel to CLC’s Lancaster firm, generally one day per week. The listed salary is $120,000–$165,000 annually, reflecting qualifications and credentials. CLC is a children’s legal services organization that advocates for children and youth in California foster care systems through direct legal representation, multidisciplinary advocacy and support, and public policy.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience practicing dependency law.
Juris Doctor degree.
Membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.
Competence using the JCATS case management system, particularly for initiating, tracking, and distributing investigation requests and reports.
Deep understanding of investigative procedures and the investigator’s role from both attorney and investigator perspectives.
Excellent oral and written interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to problem-solve and mediate conflicts constructively.
Leadership skills and integrity in interactions with CLC staff.
Ability to communicate effectively with attorneys, staff, bench officers, court personnel, clients, other parties in the dependency process, service providers, and the public.
Commitment to principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
High standards of ethical and professional conduct.
Valid California driver’s license, reliable automobile, and auto insurance while working for CLC.
Must meet all qualifications outlined for the Attorney position.

Nice To Haves

Management, supervisory, and training experience.
Experience preparing and responding to writ petitions.
CWLS certification may be considered as one of several factors in the selection process, but is not required.

Responsibilities

Supervise, assist, and advise case-carrying attorneys on substantive and procedural law, litigation and courtroom skills, case strategy and preparation, case management, client contact, professional relationships, conflict analysis, advocacy, and office policies and procedures.
Arrange caseload and courtroom coverage for absent attorneys or uncovered caseloads, and help attorneys meet other job responsibilities.
In consultation with the supervisory team and Firm Director, assign, oversee, and balance attorney workloads, including caseloads, courtroom assignments, and pick-up days.
Provide feedback and guidance to new hires using CLC management training guidelines and three- and six-month checklists, and share relevant training opportunities.
Provide ongoing feedback to direct reports, formally evaluate attorney performance, and implement Performance Improvement Plans when work remains less than satisfactory.
Contribute to performance reviews when requested by Investigator Supervisors, other Attorney Supervisors, the Office Manager, or the Firm Director.
Supervise and evaluate law clerks when appropriate or requested by an attorney.
Communicate and consult with secretarial, investigative, and support staff regarding clerical and case needs.
Respond as appropriate to formal and informal concerns, complaints, and comments about attorney and staff performance.
Participate in interviews for new or promotional positions and make recommendations.
Participate in Management Team and committee meetings, and work on committees as needed.
With the Firm Director’s approval, or in the Director’s absence, conduct staff meetings and review and approve mileage and expenditure reimbursements and time-off requests.
Perform additional duties as needed by the Firm Director, including coordinating with bench officers on staffing and with management team members on training.
Continue learning and adapt to evolving social dynamics to better engage and support clients from all backgrounds.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program.
Company-sponsored medical, dental, and life insurance.
Retirement plan with up to 6% employer matching.
Generous parental leave and additional leave options.
Fitness and wellness program.
Health Care and Dependent Day Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
Transit and parking benefits.
Durfee Professional Development funds for eligible employees in good standing after at least two years with CLC.
Flexible working environment, depending on position requirements.
Paid vacation, sick, and holiday time.
Payment of current-year mandatory bar dues for eligible attorneys actively employed on the applicable due date, subject to stated conditions; also applies to eligible new admittees on their initial payment due date.