CASA Attorney I

Richland County Government•Denver, CO

20h

About The Position

The purpose of the class is to provide legal representation to CASA volunteers and staff providing advocacy for children in abuse / neglect proceedings in Richland County Family Court, and to perform related professional and administrative work as required. This class works within broad policy and organizational guidelines and does independent planning and implementation, reporting progress of major activities through periodic conferences and meetings.

Requirements

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
Licensed member of the South Carolina Bar, in good standing.
Two years of relevant professional experience.

Responsibilities

Provides legal advice to and represents Guardians ad Litem and Volunteers Supervisors in court proceedings.
Interprets complex legal and policy issues and maintains detailed knowledge of changes in pertinent legal doctrine.
Prepares cases for Family Court; diagnoses cases and determines best case strategies; interviews clients, family members and others involved in assigned cases; researches legal issues affecting cases; applies the law to cases; determines outcome desired; negotiates with other attorneys; evaluates and prepares witnesses for court.
Prepares written and oral arguments to persuade the court; presents cases before court.
Prepares legal briefs, motions, pleadings, and other legal documents.
Meets periodically with department staff to discuss particular cases, legal issues or problems.
Receives and responds to difficult and sensitive client or public inquiries, concerns and complaints.
Assists in providing training of Guardians ad Litem as necessary.
Assists in coordinating department activities and functions with those of other County departments, municipalities and outside agencies as appropriate.
Plans and gives presentations to various community/ civic organizations as requested.
Participates in special events, fundraisers, awards ceremonies and other activities sponsored by the department as required or appropriate.
Maintains files; compiles data for and prepares various reports and statistics as required by the department, County and/or other agencies.
Attends professional conferences, training, seminars, workshops, etc., as necessary to maintain job knowledge and skills.
All other duties as assigned.