Dependency Court Attorney – Child Advocacy

Children's Law Center of California; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance

Retirement plan 6% match

Parental Leave

Fitness/Wellness Program

Health Care & Dependent Day Care FSA

Transit + Parking Benefits

Professional development funds

Flexible working environment

Paid vacation/sick/holiday time

Bar dues paid for active attorneys

Job summary

Children’s Law Center of California seeks an Attorney dedicated to representing children in dependency proceedings. The role emphasizes fierce advocacy, effective case management and timely filing of motions and briefs.

You will coordinate with educational, medical and social service resources to secure the best outcomes for clients. The position requires a Juris Doctor and active California Bar admission, with experience in dependency law or trials being preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in dependency law or trial experience preferred.
• Ability to prepare witnesses and apply evidentiary rules.
• Ability to prepare motions, briefs and memoranda of law.
• Demonstrated commitment to representing children in foster care.

Responsibilities

• Assess critical issues of each case and advocate for the client.
• Prepare witnesses and manage evidentiary matters in court.
• Draft motions, briefs and legal memoranda; file documents timely.
• Coordinate with resources (educational, medical, social services) for clients.
• Maintain professional relationships with bench officers, colleagues and service providers.

Skills

Dependency law experience

Courtroom advocacy

Legal research

Effective communication

Mentorship

Interpersonal sensitivity

Education

Juris Doctor Degree

Bar admission in California

Job description

Children’s Law Center of California seeks an Attorney dedicated to representing children in dependency proceedings. The role emphasizes fierce advocacy, effective case management and timely filing of motions and briefs.

You will coordinate with educational, medical and social service resources to secure the best outcomes for clients. The position requires a Juris Doctor and active California Bar admission, with experience in dependency law or trials being preferred.