Description:

Job Summary:
The Attorney will provide legal representation to minors with the Family Court, including juvenile delinquency, PINS, abuse/neglect, foster care placement, and custody/visitation cases. They will provide legal representation in Monroe County.

Responsibilities include:

Provide legal counsel and representation to minors in Family Court proceedings

Draft and review all pleadings, motions, and papers
Interview clients
Conduct disclosure and investigation; file motions
Consult and negotiate with other counsel and, as appropriate, other parties
Represent clients at all appearances, hearings, and proceedings
File notices of appeal, settle orders and records, and represent clients in other post-dispositional proceedings before the court
Consult with and review the work of the social worker on each case assigned
Provide community outreach, education, and training to our community partners
Consult with and review the work of assigned support staff
Transcribe complete, accurate, and detailed contacts in all case files through our case management system, LegalServer
Conduct legal research in each case as required

Maintain knowledge of legislative changes and current case law. Attend Continuing Legal Education training
Attend and participate in LASROC's AFC staff meetings and general LASROC meetings/gatherings
Provides legal support to other programs from time to time as may be necessary
Additional duties at the discretion of the Director, Juvenile Justice Division

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (Candidates who are Admitted to the NYS Bar; and Candidates who have received their JD and awaiting to sit for the July 2024 bar exam are also welcome to apply)
High level of initiative, self-motivation, and organization
Excellent legal research and writing skills
Strong negotiating ability
Ability to articulate thoughts and ideas effectively and accurately
Respectful and empathetic consideration for clients
Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and community partners
Access to reliable transportation
Ability to work effectively in a remote work environment (familiarity with technologies involved in a virtual work environment including Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc. preferred)

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Extended periods of sitting at a desk or workstation while performing administrative tasks.
Regular use of computers and other office equipment, requiring manual dexterity and visual concentration.
Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Mobility within the office environment to attend meetings, training sessions, or other events.
Ability to communicate effectively with associates, supervisors, and external stakeholders in person, over the phone, or via email.
Office-based environment with standard office equipment and ergonomic furniture.
Exposure to typical office noises such as phone calls, conversations, and office equipment operation.
Work will be performed in an in-office environment.
Occasional travel may be required for attending training sessions, conferences, or other related events.