Oklahoma Indigent Defense System · 2 days ago
Assistant District Attorney – Child Support
Carter, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $85K/yr
4+ years expThe Oklahoma Indigent Defense System is seeking an Assistant District Attorney for Child Support Services. The role involves managing a Child Support Services office, preparing legal documents, representing the agency in court, and supervising staff while ensuring compliance with ethical standards.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
This position is assigned the primary responsibility as Managing Attorney for a CSS office
Preparation and filing of pleadings and trial of cases in child support related hearings in district and administrative courts. Position will train and assist staff with preparation of legal documents and ensure their compliance with ethical considerations
Consultation and negotiation with other attorneys and customers of Oklahoma Child Support Services, and interpretation of laws, regulations, opinions of the court and policy
Duties include directing the legal activities of the office, supervising the preparation of cases for court, representing the agency in the most complex cases, involvement in all aspects of the establishment and enforcement of child support Orders
The Managing Attorney deals directly with state and federal officials and is highly knowledgeable of subject matter in areas of specific responsibility and will work independently in the management and direct of the most complex matters
The attorney will represent the State of Oklahoma in both District and Administrative Court proceedings
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
License to practice law in State of Oklahoma and a member of Oklahoma Bar Association
Minimum four (4) years of legal experience
Strong writing and research skills
Ability to effectively communicate and work with law enforcement, elected officials, attorneys, and other agencies
Must be able to pass a fingerprint and background check and have no criminal history
Job-related travel is required as you must attend in-person court hearings monthly in each of the five counties
Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance
Company
Oklahoma Indigent Defense System
Oklahoma Indigent Defense System is a State of Oklahoma agency located in Norman, Oklahoma
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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