County Attorney: Dependency & Juvenile Services

Cobar; Aurora, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Arapahoe County seeks an Assistant County Attorney or Senior Assistant County Attorney to represent the Department of Human Services in dependency and neglect, mental health, and related matters. The role advises DHS on legal issues and litigates in court, including trials.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, coordinating with paralegals, and ensuring proper attorney-client relationships. Requires a JD and Colorado license, plus several years of experience in public/government law.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of legal research techniques and ability to conduct research effectively.
• General knowledge of Colorado statutes, court rules, rules of evidence and ethics.
• Ability to use a computer for e-mail, calendaring, word processing, and legal research.
• Ability to investigate facts and apply legal rules accurately.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Department of Human Services in court proceedings, including trials.
• Advise Department employees on legal issues related to court representation.
• Prepare pleadings and other filings in a timely fashion.
• Collaborate with paralegals to prepare cases for court.
• Ensure compliance with attorney-client relationship requirements.

Skills

Legal research

Oral and written communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Juris Doctorate Degree with Colorado license

Minimum 3+ years of legal practice

Job description

Arapahoe County seeks an Assistant County Attorney or Senior Assistant County Attorney to represent the Department of Human Services in dependency and neglect, mental health, and related matters. The role advises DHS on legal issues and litigates in court, including trials.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, coordinating with paralegals, and ensuring proper attorney-client relationships. Requires a JD and Colorado license, plus several years of experience in public/government law.