Indiana Public Service Child Welfare Attorney

State of Indiana; Rockport (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement plan options

Parking free in most positions

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

The State of Indiana's Department of Child Services in Rockport seeks a qualified Child Services Attorney to provide legal advice and services in juvenile law, including CHINS, TPR, adoptions, and foster care licensing actions. You will work with Family Case Managers to prepare for court and may serve as counsel on internal employment matters.

This exempt, full-time role offers immediate trial experience, a Monday–Friday schedule, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• JD required and Indiana Bar admission in good standing or admission to another US state bar with willingness to obtain Indiana temporary foreign license status.
• Strong legal research, writing, and litigation skills.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills.
• Ability to apply relevant statutes, case law, and rules.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Advises Department of Child Services staff on various program and legal areas as assigned.
• Manages discovery and leads courtroom litigation in support of child welfare cases.
• Drafts and reviews legal correspondence.
• Serves as liaison to the Attorney General on litigation and tort claims.
• Drafts and reviews legislation and administrative rules.
• Performs legal research and writing assignments.
• Provides general legal support for the Office of General Counsel.
• Conducts legal training for Family Case Managers, attorneys, and others as requested.
• Litigates CHINS and TPR cases in State Courts representing the agency.
• Handles administrative matters and hearings as assigned.
• Organizes and manages caseload for hearings and/or litigation.
• Generates appropriate pleadings, motions, discovery, and responses.
• Delegates to and provides support for any legal support staff.
• May participate in committees, groups, or teams such as screen-out committees.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Litigation skills

Public speaking

Communication

Legal analysis

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

The State of Indiana's Department of Child Services in Rockport seeks a qualified Child Services Attorney to provide legal advice and services in juvenile law, including CHINS, TPR, adoptions, and foster care licensing actions. You will work with Family Case Managers to prepare for court and may serve as counsel on internal employment matters.

This exempt, full-time role offers immediate trial experience, a Monday–Friday schedule, and a comprehensive benefits package.