Managing Attorney

YOUNGWILLIAMS INC•Topeka, KS

About The Position

The Managing Attorney will be responsible for representing the State in all judicial and administrative proceedings as directed by state policy. This position is responsible for providing litigation services as well as leadership and supervision to the Staff Attorneys and is office liaison with the court clerks, magistrates, and judges. The Managing Attorney supports the project by providing legal direction to staff and litigation services.

Requirements

A Juris Doctor degree
A license to practice law in the state where the project is located.

Nice To Haves

Two years legal experience in domestic relations law or as a prosecutor (child support enforcement preferred)
Two years management experience

Responsibilities

Supervises Staff Attorney(s) and any assigned legal support staff
Assigns cases to Staff Attorneys and monitors case flow through the legal department by utilizing the CS Legal case management program
Measures productivity and sets goals for legal staff
Advises operations supervisory staff on appropriate legal actions and assists regarding establishment and enforcement strategies
Ensures program policies comply with federal and state regulations
Devises and implements strategies to increase operations and legal productivity
Ensures proper legal representation in all child support matters related to paternity and support order establishment and enforcement
Ensures all legal documents contain required federal and state elements
Provides monthly legal case tracking statistical reports to Project Manager and prepares presentations for the State upon request
Partners with the State, Child Support Enforcement administration, court personnel, Sheriff’s Department and the local legal community to educate and improve relationships
Evaluates performance, identifies training needs, provides feedback, coaches and counsels legal team members
Regular and timely attendance
Other duties as assigned