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Family Attorney in Gary, IN

Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS) Dec 21,2016 Location Gary IN
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Government

Attorney

Family Law

Litigation - Whistleblower - CFTC

Min 2 yrs required

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Staff Attorney Duties: Provide legal advice and legal services to Central Office, County Offices and/or staff of the agency for Juvenile law matters relating to Child Welfare, Child Support and personnel matters and to represent and assist the Agency in administrative and/ or court matters. The attorney will be responsible for representing the State in Child In Need of Services (CHINS) cases, Termination of Parental Rights (TPR), Adoptions, Foster Care Licensing Actions, and other general legal issues relating to the safety of children. Work closely with Family Case Managers to prepare for court hearings and may serve as legal counsel for internal employment issues. Advise the agency staff on various program and legal areas as assigned. Draft and review contracts and correspondence. Serve as a liaison to the Attorney General on litigation and tort claims matters. Draft and review legislation and administrative rules. Perform legal research and writing assignments. Provide general legal support for Office of General Counsel. Oversee contract process for local office attorneys. Conduct legal trainings for Family Case Managers, attorneys and others as requested. Litigate Children in Need of Services and Termination of Parental Rights cases in State Courts representing the agency in such actions. Handle administrative matters and hearings as assigned. Organize and manage caseload in preparation of hearings and/or litigation. Generate appropriate pleadings, motions and discovery, and responses. Delegate to and provides support for any legal support staff. Draft appeals and appellate briefs. Participate in committees, groups or teams such as screen out committees. Serve as local counsel for the Indiana Office of Attorney General on assigned cases. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualification and Experience

A Doctorate of Jurisprudence is required. State Bar Admission and license in good standing required. Strong legal research, writing and litigation skills and communication and public speaking skills required. Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply relevant statutes, case law and rules preferred.

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