Child Attorney II

Fulton County•Fulton County Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Child Attorney II provides legal representation, advice, and counsel to juveniles during court and related proceedings, including motions, hearings, mediations, and appeals. This role is distinguished from Child Attorney I by its requirement for at least three years of prior law experience and its responsibility to guide junior lawyers and interns. The position represents juvenile clients, investigates case allegations, develops case strategy, communicates with children and relevant parties, and participates in multidisciplinary meetings. It also processes legal and case documentation, maintains professional knowledge, and performs related duties as required. This is an unclassified position in the Office of the Child Attorney Department.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate degree.
Three years of experience as a lawyer.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.
Must possess and maintain certification from the State Bar of Georgia.
Must demonstrate proficiency in the essential functions and be able to learn, comprehend, and apply county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures.
The application must document the minimum required knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
An official, accredited college transcript is required at the time of employment for degrees or coursework used to qualify.

Responsibilities

Provides guidance and direction to junior lawyers and interns, including monitoring work, assisting with complex matters, delivering training, and providing input on performance evaluations.
Serves as lead counsel representing juvenile clients in court and related proceedings; argues client positions, examines witnesses, handles evidence, drafts and files legal documents, issues subpoenas, and files appeals.
Develops case theories and investigates allegations of physical abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect; interviews witnesses; reviews evidence and records; consults experts; and prepares legal research memorandums, briefs, and notes.
Visits child clients in their placements and educational settings; interviews, counsels, and advises them regarding case specifics, proceedings, options, consequences, and legal strategies.
Attends multidisciplinary meetings and coordinates with case managers, attorneys, foster parents, educators, and medical and mental health professionals to address client services and needs.
Maintains current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures and participates in professional training and continuing education.
Receives, reviews, prepares, processes, and maintains court, educational, medical, and case documentation, including motions, legal briefs, responsive pleadings, and permanency and case-closure forms.
Operates and maintains a motor vehicle and uses a personal computer and general office equipment to complete essential functions.
Communicates with supervisors, employees, clients, judges, court staff, witnesses, service contractors, professionals, parents, agencies, and members of the public to coordinate work, exchange information, and resolve problems.
Performs other related duties as required.