AAG - Juvenile & Child Welfare Counsel (Hybrid)

Oregon State Bar Pro Liability; Washington; In loco; USD 91.000 - 157.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Washington State Office of the Attorney General in Kennewick or Yakima seeks an Assistant Attorney General to join the Juvenile Litigation team. The attorney will represent DCYF in child welfare matters, including dependency, guardianship, and termination of parental rights, and provide regulatory enforcement guidance.

Responsibilities include evaluating evidence for legal sufficiency, applying ICWAs, reviewing petitions and court reports, coordinating with social workers, handling discovery,

Competenze

• Graduate from ABA‑accredited law school or completed Washington State Bar Association's Rule 6 Law Clerk Program and be licensed to practice law in Washington State.
• Out‑of‑state attorneys who meet other qualifications and are actively pursuing Washington admission will also be considered.

Mansioni

• Evaluate evidence to determine legal sufficiency to support court intervention.
• Apply the Indian Child Welfare Act and Washington ICWA.
• Review petitions, documents, and court reports.
• Consult with social workers and other staff; submit and respond to discovery.
• Prepare witnesses and evidence for hearings or trials.
• Perform legal research and submit briefing to the court; communicate with guardians ad litem.
• Travel regionally within Washington State; represent DCYF in specified counties.

Formazione

ABA‑accredited law degree or WA Rule 6 Law Clerk Program, WA bar admission

Descrizione del lavoro

Washington State Office of the Attorney General in Kennewick or Yakima seeks an Assistant Attorney General to join the Juvenile Litigation team. The attorney will represent DCYF in child welfare matters, including dependency, guardianship, and termination of parental rights, and provide regulatory enforcement guidance.

Responsibilities include evaluating evidence for legal sufficiency, applying ICWAs, reviewing petitions and court reports, coordinating with social workers, handling discovery,