Regional CPS Attorney – Child Protection (San Angelo)

Texas A&M International; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 71,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance for you and family

Paid vacation and sick leave

Retirement plans with 401(k) and 457

Flexible spending accounts

Employee discounts

Job summary

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) seeks a Regional Attorney to provide legal representation for Child Protective Services and advise staff on family, probate, guardianship and civil matters.

The role emphasizes interpreting laws, training staff, and coordinating with county and district attorneys. Applicants must be licensed in Texas and have strong courtroom experience.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas.
• Experience in family, civil litigation or agency policy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advises staff on legal matters and interprets laws, regulations, and policies.
• Advises county and district attorneys on legal matters, and interprets laws, regulations, and policies.
• Provides agency representation in court cases.
• Prepares cases for trial and handles the trial on most cases.
• Provides legal training to agency staff and the legal community.
• Coordinates specialized legal efforts with appropriate experts.
• Prepares or supervises the preparation of legal opinions, briefs, legal pleadings, and reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations.
• Promotes, monitors, and ensures that respect is demonstrated for cultural diversity.

Skills

Family law

Probate law

Guardianship law

Elder law

Civil practice

Legal interpretation

Legal communication

Relationship building

Education

Graduation from accredited law school

Job description

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) seeks a Regional Attorney to provide legal representation for Child Protective Services and advise staff on family, probate, guardianship and civil matters.

The role emphasizes interpreting laws, training staff, and coordinating with county and district attorneys. Applicants must be licensed in Texas and have strong courtroom experience.