Senior Attorney, Child Welfare — Lead in Court

People First Service Center; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Florida Bar annual dues paid

Public Loan Forgiveness Program

No state income tax

State Group Insurance coverage options

Job summary

A state agency for children services in Florida seeks a Senior Attorney to advocate for the safety and well-being of abused and neglected children. The ideal candidate will assure legal compliance and collaborate with case managers while employing best litigation practices. Responsibilities include managing multiple legal cases and preparing witnesses for trial. This position comes with benefits such as paid Bar dues, public loan forgiveness, and competitive insurance options.

Qualifications

• Must ensure Florida and federal legal requirements are met to secure permanent and safe homes for dependent children.
• Collaborates with investigators and case managers to gather evidence necessary for legal actions.
• Employed best practice litigation techniques to lead dependency advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for the safety, well-being, and permanency of Florida’s abused, abandoned, and neglected children.
• Have primary responsibility for multiple cases.
• Prepare partners to serve as witnesses at trial.

Education

Law Degree

Job description

A state agency for children services in Florida seeks a Senior Attorney to advocate for the safety and well-being of abused and neglected children. The ideal candidate will assure legal compliance and collaborate with case managers while employing best litigation practices. Responsibilities include managing multiple legal cases and preparing witnesses for trial. This position comes with benefits such as paid Bar dues, public loan forgiveness, and competitive insurance options.