Child Services Attorney for Adoptions

About the role

Join a group of passionate, dedicated public servants to support one of Indiana’s most critical missions! The Department Of Child Services Helps Children Who Are Victims Of Abuse Or Neglect And Strengthens Families Through Services That Focus On Family Support And Preservation. We Pursue Permanency For Children And Families Through Reunification, Guardianship, And Adoption. Our Services Also Encompass Foster Care, Child Support, And Transitional Support For Those Adjusting To Adulthood.

Responsibilities

• Advises Department of Child Services staff on various program and legal areas as assigned.
• Drafts and reviews contracts and correspondence.
• Serves as a liaison to the Attorney General on litigation and tort claims matters.
• Drafts and reviews legislation and administrative rules.
• Performs legal research and writing assignments.
• Provides general legal support for the Office of General Counsel.
• Oversees contract process for local office attorneys.
• Conducts legal training for Family Case Managers, attorneys, and others as requested.
• Litigates Children in Need of Services and Termination of Parental Rights cases in State Courts representing the agency in such actions.
• Handles administrative matters and hearings as assigned.
• Organizes and manages caseload in preparation for hearings and/or litigation.
• Generates appropriate pleadings, motions, discovery, and responses.
• Delegates to and provides support for any legal support staff.
• Drafts appeals and appellate briefs.
• May be required to participate in committees, groups, or teams such as screen-out committees.
• May be required to serve as local counsel for the Indiana Office of Attorney General on assigned cases.

Requirements

• Doctorate of Jurisprudence.
• Indiana Bar Admission with license in good standing OR admission to the bar of any state within the United States with license in good standing and willingness to obtain temporary foreign license status under the conditions and limitations of rule 6.1 of the Indiana Rules for Admissions to the Bar and the Discipline of Attorneys pending admissions to the Indiana Bar.
• Strong legal research, writing, and litigation skills.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply relevant statutes, case law, and rules.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

• Additional Qualifications

Skills

• Legal Research & Writing
• Litigation
• Legal Training
• Contract Management
• Administrative Matters
• Appeals & Briefs
• Public Speaking

Benefits

• Medical Plan Options
• Vision and Dental Plans
• Wellness Rewards Program
• Health Savings Account
• Deferred Compensation 457(b) Account
• Two Fully-Funded Pension Plans
• Leave Policies
• Community Service Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking
• Free LinkedIn Learning Access

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $75,010.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Schedule

This position is Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours a week. This position is in Noblesville, Indiana, and will serve Hamilton County, and surrounding counties as needed.