The Westchester County Attorney’s Office is searching for Assistant County Attorneys to join its Family Court Bureau.
This attorney is responsible in handling legal matters on behalf of the Westchester County Department of Social Services involving child protective/child welfare issues in the Family Court .
Responsibilities Include but Not Limited to:
Drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and memoranda of law,
meeting with caseworkers to identify and analyze legal issues. Representing the Department of Social Services in Family Court on all aspects of child protective proceedings, from petition filing through contested trials and permanency hearings;
Interviewing witnesses and other relevant parties to the litigation to determine admissibility of various types of evidence. Preparing and maintaining case files and documents in advance of court appearances. Conducting legal research and regularly reviewing relevant case laws and regulations and providing advice to the Department of Social Services on issues relating to permanency and well-being of children in foster care. May be required to attend various inter-agency and county meetings; and to prepare and present trainings both within the Family Court Bureau and to other agencies and stakeholders.
Required Qualifications:
The successful candidates must have graduated from a school of law with an LLB or JD degree and be admitted to the New York State Bar.
Experience in the Family Court is highly preferred.
Must be able to work collaboratively with County Attorney staff, other attorneys, Court staff and other County agencies in a fast paced and demanding environment. Ability to multi-task is highly preferred.
COME JOIN OUR TEAM!
Besides a competitive salary, our compensation package includes comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, deferred compensation, paid leave and retirement plan.
Please submit a Cover letter along with your Resume to jobs@westchestercountyny.gov
Important: In The Subject Line of your email, please include “Assistant County Attorney, Family Court Bureau, Child Protective/Welfare Issues”
Westchester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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