Managing Attorney

2-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Ability to effectively use computer software such as Microsoft Office and legal case management systems

Salary Information

Salary range: $65,000-$85,000 per year, depending on experience and location
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plan, paid time off

Job Title

Managing Attorney - Child Support Enforcement

Experience Information

Juris Doctor degree and license to practice law in the State of operations
2 years of legal experience in domestic relations law or as a prosecutor (child support enforcement preferred)
2 years of management experience preferred, but not required

Department: Legal

H1: Managing Attorney - Child Support Enforcement

H2: Essential Job Requirements

- Supervise and assign cases to legal staff
- Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
- Partner with state and local legal community to improve relationships
- Evaluate performance and provide training to legal team members

H2: Required Education

- Juris Doctor degree and license to practice law in State of operations

H2: Required Experience

- 2 years of legal experience in domestic relations law or as a prosecutor (child support enforcement preferred)
- 2 years of management experience preferred, but not required

H2: Required Skills

- Ability to provide direction and positive leadership
- Excellent organizational, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Knowledge of federal and state child support policies and procedures
- Self-motivated with ability to prioritize and make independent decisions

H2: Salary Information

- Salary range: $65,000-$85,000 per year, depending on experience and location
- Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plan, paid time off

The Managing Attorney - Child Support Enforcement position is a full-time, regular position with a reputable legal firm. The firm has multiple locations in Mississippi, including Gulfport, Hattiesburg, and Pascagoula. This position requires a Juris Doctor degree and a license to practice law in the State of operations. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of legal experience in domestic relations law or as a prosecutor, with a preference for child support enforcement experience. Two years of management experience is also preferred, but not required.

The primary responsibility of the Managing Attorney is to represent the State in all judicial and administrative proceedings as directed by State policy. This includes providing litigation services and leadership and supervision to the Staff Attorneys. Additionally, the Managing Attorney will serve as the office liaison with court clerks, magistrates, and judges. This position requires a strong understanding of federal and state child support policies and procedures, as well as the ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, and regulations associated with the child support enforcement program.

Essential Job Requirements:

- Supervise Staff Attorneys and assigned legal support staff
- Assign cases and monitor case flow through the legal department using the Child Support Legal Case Management program
- Measure productivity and set goals for legal staff
- Advise operations supervisory staff on appropriate legal actions and provide assistance with establishment and enforcement strategies
- Ensure program policies comply with federal and state regulations
- Devise and implement strategies to increase operations and legal productivity
- Ensure proper legal representation in all child support matters related to paternity and support order establishment and enforcement
- Ensure all legal documents contain required federal and state elements
- Provide monthly legal case tracking statistical reports to the Legal Director and assist with presentations for the State as needed
- Partner with the State, Child Support Enforcement administration, court personnel, Sheriff's Department, and the local legal community to educate and improve relationships
- Evaluate performance, identify training needs, provide feedback, and coach and counsel legal team members
- Regular and timely attendance
- Other duties as assigned

Required Education:

- Juris Doctor degree and license to practice law in the State of operations

Required Experience:

- 2 years of legal experience in domestic relations law or as a prosecutor (child support enforcement preferred)
- 2 years of management experience preferred, but not required

Required Skills:

- Ability to provide direction and positive leadership
- Excellent organizational, written, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize complex tasks
- Self-motivated with the ability to make independent decisions
- Proficiency in computer software such as Microsoft Office and legal case management systems

Salary Information:

- Salary range: $65,000-$85,000 per year, depending on experience and location
- Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plan, paid time off

The Managing Attorney - Child Support Enforcement position offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The salary range for this position is $65,000-$85,000 per year, depending on experience and location. The benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong understanding of child support policies and procedures, excellent leadership and communication skills, and the ability to multitask and make independent decisions. If you are a licensed attorney with experience in domestic relations law or as a prosecutor, and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, we encourage you to apply for the Managing Attorney - Child Support Enforcement position with our firm.

Not applicable

Medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off

English

Juris Doctor degree

Please submit a resume and cover letter to [contact person name] at [email address].

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