Senior Supervising Attorney – Juvenile Justice Projects

Judicial Branch of California; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Pension (CalPERS)

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Judicial Council of California is seeking a Supervising Attorney for the Center for Families, Children & the Courts. The role oversees operations, staff, and contracts across complex projects in juvenile law, providing high-level legal analysis and guidance to courts and branch leadership.

Strong supervisory and project-management skills are essential in this high-visibility environment. Qualifications include a JD, 4+ years post-bar experience with supervisory responsibilities, and active

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Minimum 4 years post-bar experience with supervisory responsibilities
• Current membership with the State Bar of California

Responsibilities

• Supervises operations, staff, and contractors on complex projects in juvenile law.
• Directs legal analysis and consultations related to federal law and regulation in juvenile dependency and juvenile justice.
• Leads communications with state and federal agencies; represents the Judicial Council in various meetings.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Legal analysis

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Judicial Council of California is seeking a Supervising Attorney for the Center for Families, Children & the Courts. The role oversees operations, staff, and contracts across complex projects in juvenile law, providing high-level legal analysis and guidance to courts and branch leadership.

Strong supervisory and project-management skills are essential in this high-visibility environment. Qualifications include a JD, 4+ years post-bar experience with supervisory responsibilities, and active