Assistant Attorney in Charge – Trial Office

Min 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

# Assistant Attorney in Charge – Trial Office The Juvenile Rights Practice has Assistant Attorney-in-Charge positions in several of the Practice’s Trial offices. The Assistant Attorney-in-Charge should have a demonstrated commitment to addressing fundamental issues of child welfare and juvenile justice within an interdisciplinary model of representation and an interest in creative approaches to management and staff development. ## Job Description The Assistant Attorney-in-Charge (AAIC) will work closely with the borough’s Attorney-in-Charge in the overall administration of the office. The AAIC is involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations and works closely with the borough’s Attorney-in-Charge to train, supervise and mentor staff. The AAIC participates in Practice-wide management discussions and decision-making and is responsible for maintaining relationships with other stakeholders in the legal, court, and service communities. ## Essential Duties/Responsibilities - Together with the Borough’s Attorney-in-Charge, provide legal and managerial leadership for the Juvenile Rights Practice in the assigned Trial Office - Monitor and maintain high standard of representation and client service - Respond to client, community and staff concerns - Evaluate office needs and identify necessary resources to address the needs - Analyze legal issues, develop legal strategy and supervise its implementation - Foster and encourage teamwork and communication - Reinforce and maintain staff accountability - Develop skills and knowledge of staff members - Evaluate conflicting demands and prioritize workload - Represent the Juvenile Rights Practice and Organization in the community ## Required Documents Please submit these documents as a single combined PDF when you apply via the Organization Recruitment Portal: - Cover Letter - Resume Deadline: Open Until Filled, Unless Date Is Posted Below (Deadline is 11:59 PM EST For Date Listed) ## Requirements - Minimum of three years legal practice in family and/or juvenile law - Substantial litigation experience required - Supervisory experience preferred, but not required - Demonstrated leadership ability - Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills - Commitment to exploring alternative structures for legal practice - Ability to work in and value a collaborative team model - Pro Bono, government, public service and academic experience relevant ## Salary and Benefits The leadership of The Legal Aid Society believes in attracting and retaining exceptional talent committed to serving our clients. We offer a generous benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, disability, and life insurance, and more. Salaries for our unionized jobs are governed by our Collective Bargaining Agreement. The salary range for this role is $91,241 to $112,163. Please visit our Careers page for additional information. Salary and benefits information will be available to applicants, when and if, an offer is made. ## Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion The leadership of The Legal Aid Society is committed to a work culture of zealous advocacy, respect, diversity and inclusion, client-oriented defense, access to justice and excellent representation. We are dedicated to building a strong professional relationship with each of our clients, to understanding their diverse circumstances, and to meeting their needs. Our ability to achieve these goals depends on the efforts of all of us. ## How to Apply For technical difficulties or questions regarding this posting, please email .

Health insurance, paid vacation, disability, and life insurance, and more

Legal practice in family and/or juvenile law, Substantial litigation experience, Supervisory experience, Demonstrated leadership ability, Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, Ability to work in and value a collaborative team model, Pro Bono, government, public service and academic experience

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Qualification and Experience Minimum of three years legal practice in family and/or juvenile law, Substantial litigation experience required, Supervisory experience preferred, but not required, Demonstrated leadership ability, Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, Commitment to exploring alternative structures for legal practice, Ability to work in and value a collaborative team model, Pro Bono, government, public service and academic experience relevant

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