Senior Team Lead - Child Welfare Legal Services

Arrival NYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 106,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York City Department of Veterans' Services (DVS) is seeking a qualified attorney to join the Division of Family Court Legal Services. You will handle complex child welfare-related litigation, interact with ACS colleagues, CPS caseworkers, and external stakeholders, and contribute to safety and permanency outcomes for families.

The role emphasizes independent judgment within the Division of Family Court Legal Services, and requires active New York State Bar admission with relevant

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar; and either "2" or "3" below.
• One year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar; or Six months of satisfactory service as an Agency Attorney Interne (30086).
• Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.
• To be assigned to Assignment Level II or III, candidates must have progressive years of experience in the areas of law related to the assignment.

Responsibilities

• Meet with Child Protective caseworkers to identify and analyze complex legal problems and issues.
• Provide strategic guidance and supervision of Attorney Staff in various legal tasks, including preparation of witnesses and evidence.
• Maintain a caseload of approximately 40 to 50 cases involving complex child abuse and neglect matters.
• Screen sensitive cases to determine causes of action and assign cases to staff.
• Draft and review petitions, write up deferrals and conduct legal consultations.
• Review and analyze motions and other pertinent legal documents.
• Attend weekly case conferences and liaise with ACS and external stakeholders.
• Provide on-site legal support to borough-based Child Advocacy Centers as needed.

Skills

New York State Bar Admission

Legal Experience

Case Management

Job description

The New York City Department of Veterans' Services (DVS) is seeking a qualified attorney to join the Division of Family Court Legal Services. You will handle complex child welfare-related litigation, interact with ACS colleagues, CPS caseworkers, and external stakeholders, and contribute to safety and permanency outcomes for families.

The role emphasizes independent judgment within the Division of Family Court Legal Services, and requires active New York State Bar admission with relevant