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Legal Staff in Miami, FL

Children's Home Society of Florida Aug 20,2015 Location USA Miami FL
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Public Interest

Legal Staff

Litigation - Whistleblower - CFTC

Other

Min 1 yrs required

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Court Liaison Duties: Facilitates communication with case stakeholders to oversee cases are accurately and completely presented and expedite case movement through the legal process. Obtains copies of court dockets and notifies staff and attorneys of any hearings or motions relating to cases. Meets with program management to discuss scheduled or requested hearings regarding active cases. Promotes positive relationships, cooperation and high regard among all case stakeholders and clients. Provides formal and informal training to staff and clients regarding court processes and appropriate behavior. Tracks dates for review hearings and in collaboration with the program staff confirms these are on the court schedule and that all involved parties are informed. Identifies any communications or procedural problems between the CHS staff and the legal systems and works with case stakeholders to resolve them. Staff cases with supervisor/team/providers/DCF/attorney. Prepare summary reports for program management and/or other parties regarding the status of scheduled legal conferences or hearings and case outcomes before the court. Prepare for and attend court hearings as assigned. Participate in the quality improvement process. Communicates with court employees, Children’s Legal Services and judges to keep them informed of CHS programs and services. Reviews legal documents for accuracy prior to reports being filed with Children’s Legal Services and the court. Tracks the timeliness of legal documents submissions and frequency of corrections being required. Provides periodic statistical reporting on court activity. Acts as the lead on corroborating that master trust documents are attached to legal documents. Acts as the lead for reviewing and taking action on credit reports for youth in licensed care. Provides timely written notes to supervisors regarding the results of each hearing including court orders. Collaborates on the development and periodic revision of policies and procedures with the Early Childhood Court Team. Coordinates with families in the dependency system to provide initial referrals. Communicates and advocates Early Childhood Court Team recommendations to court employees and judges. Implements local evaluation plans; collects and reports data to Early Childhood Court Team database.

Qualification and Experience

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor degree in human services, allied legal services, business administration or similar field. 1 year of experience with dependency proceedings, preparation of reports for the courts, court testimony, and child welfare or child protective services. Completion of an accredited paralegal/legal assistant program or certification as a legal assistant. Knowledge of law and legal procedure. Knowledge of legal terminology. Ability to learn computer skills sufficient to perform all essential functions. Ability to display appropriate social skills and diplomacy. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting organizational rules, policies and procedures. Ability to perform routine to complex administrative support activities; research and compile data; and prepare correspondence and reports. Ability to analyze complex data. Ability to work independently. Ability to maintain confidentiality with highly sensitive information.

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