CASA Attorney I

Richland County Government•Denver, CO

11d

About The Position

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. VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL PREPARATION: Requires Juris Doctor from an accredited law school. SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires employee to be a licensed member of the South Carolina Bar, in good standing. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Two years of relevant professional experience. Compensation Minimum: $68,916.47 Thank you for your interest in employment with Richland County Government. Apply for an open position online by selecting the job title you are interested in and clicking the "Apply" link. If this is your first time applying online, you must create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account is established, you may begin completing your application. This application may be saved and used to apply for more than one job opening. The County only accepts applications for positions that are currently open and advertised. You are responsible for documenting all relevant qualifications in the appropriate section of the application. Do not list "refer to a resume", as resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a complete application. All prior work history must be listed on your application. Resumes are treated as supplements to the application only and will not replace any section of the application. Incomplete applications will be disqualified, even if a resume is attached. The application is the primary tool used when determining whether the minimum qualifications are satisfied, so be sure to complete all sections. Applications are due by the deadline noted on the job posting. You will be notified by email regarding the status of your application. The Human Resource Services Department is not able to provide status updates by telephone or email. Richland County is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Requires Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
Requires employee to be a 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.