Supervisory Attorney Advisor

District of Columbia Courts•District of Columbia, DC

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About The Position

The Supervisory Attorney Advisor is located in the Self-Help Center of the Probate Division of the District of Columbia Courts. The position advises division leadership, judicial officers, and court staff on legal and procedural matters; prepares legal memoranda, opinions, administrative orders, policies, procedures, forms, and public guidance; and evaluates the effects of legislation, court rules, and operational initiatives on division operations. The incumbent also supervises assigned staff and supports improvements to division processes and procedures. The role requires legal research and independent legal judgment to analyze complex matters and develop recommendations. It involves assessing the legal and operational effects of technology and modernization initiatives, including electronic filing, case management systems, artificial intelligence, and records management. The incumbent develops and delivers training and uses operational and performance data to identify trends and recommend improvements.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
At least three years of legal experience, including at least one year conducting negotiations in a legal setting such as a civil, criminal, or family law matter.
Two years of supervisory experience in an office, public service agency, court system, or legal environment. Graduation from the Courts' Management Training Program may substitute for one year of supervisory experience; documentation of the training must be provided with the application.
Active D.C. Bar membership in good standing, or eligibility to waive into the D.C. Bar; active membership in good standing must be possessed and maintained.
A background and security investigation is required.
Successful completion of a one-year probationary period.
Applicants must upload a college transcript or degree showing the institution, applicant name, degree conferral date, courses and credit hours, major(s), and GPA or class ranking.
Applicants using foreign education to meet qualification requirements must upload a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with their transcript.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience dealing with probate matters or administration of the estates of deceased persons is preferred.
An enthusiastic and engaged professional who enjoys working with a diverse group of Court personnel and customers and lives the DC Courts' values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and Transparency.

Responsibilities

Advise Probate Division leadership, judicial officers, and court staff on probate laws, court rules, legal decisions, and other legal matters affecting division operations.
Supervise assigned staff by directing and evaluating work, providing technical guidance, managing performance and workload, and ensuring timely and accurate work consistent with applicable requirements.
Conduct legal research, interpret laws and court rules, and apply independent legal judgment to develop analyses, recommendations, and proposed courses of action.
Prepare legal memoranda, opinions, briefs, and written recommendations regarding complex procedural and operational matters affecting the Probate Division.
Evaluate legislation, court rules, orders, and judicial decisions for their impact on division operations and recommend changes to policies, procedures, forms, and case processes.
Review and revise administrative orders, procedures, forms, public guidance, and other operational documents for legal compliance, accuracy, and consistency.
Evaluate technology and modernization initiatives, including electronic filing, case management systems, artificial intelligence, and records management, to identify legal and operational impacts.
Develop and deliver training to judicial officers, managers, supervisors, and court staff on legal requirements, court rules, policies, procedures, and changes affecting division operations.
Analyze operational and performance data to identify trends, evaluate program effectiveness, and recommend improvements to division processes and procedures.
Manage employee performance by setting expectations, coaching and providing feedback, recognizing accomplishments, addressing performance and conduct issues, and completing performance evaluations.