Juvenile Court Attorney
About The Position
The Juvenile Court Attorney provides legal support to the Division of Children and Family Services as a juvenile court attorney for the Southeast Service Area. The attorney provides legal guidance to DHHS case managers and administrators and appears as a special assistant attorney general representing the Department in juvenile court proceedings. The position is based in the Lincoln office, primarily attends court in Lancaster County, and may travel to surrounding counties as needed. The role also provides litigation support to the agency and the Attorney General's Office, including handling appeals filed with Nebraska appellate courts on behalf of the agency. Additional duties may include conducting privilege reviews for compliance with public records and discovery requests. The posting describes a Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. schedule and emphasizes work-life balance.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of law and admission to the Nebraska Bar for Attorney I.
- For Attorney II: one year of experience practicing law and providing legal services, such as preparing cases, advising clients, and/or interpreting laws or administrative policies.
- For Attorney III: three years of experience practicing law and providing legal services, such as preparing and trying cases, advising clients, and/or interpreting laws or administrative policies.
- Admission to the Nebraska Bar is required under Section 7-101, Nebraska Revised, Reissued Statutes of 1943.
- Effectively communicate and interact with legal associates, other government employees, and the public.
- Conduct legal research and formulate legal opinions and recommendations based on research.
- Use a computer for word processing and research.
Nice To Haves
- Prior work experience in child welfare and juvenile law.
- Prior courtroom experience.
- Excellent critical thinking skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal support to the Division of Children and Family Services in juvenile court proceedings.
- Provide legal guidance to DHHS case managers and administrators.
- Appear as a special assistant attorney general representing the Department in juvenile court proceedings.
- Attend court primarily in Lancaster County and travel to surrounding counties as needed.
- Provide litigation support to the agency and the Attorney General's Office.
- Handle appeals filed with Nebraska appellate courts on behalf of the agency, as needed.
- Conduct privilege reviews for compliance with public records requests and discovery requests, as needed.
- Interpret and apply statutes, case law, court and administrative hearing decisions, federal and state regulations, and administrative rules and policies.
- Conduct legal research and formulate legal opinions and recommendations based on that research.
- Identify critical elements of legal questions or issues.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement plan with employer match.
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- No billable hour requirements.
- Professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
