State of Washington ยท 1 week ago
Assistant Attorney General - Spokane Division's Social & Health Services Section
Walla Walla, WA
Part-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$82K/yr - $154K/yrThe State of Washington is seeking an Assistant Attorney General in the Social and Health Services Section. This role involves representing the Department of Children, Youth and Families in court, managing a high volume of juvenile welfare cases, and collaborating with a team of legal professionals to ensure public service and client needs are met.
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Responsibilities
Appear in court weekly and maintain a high volume, fast paced, active and sometimes contentious litigation caseload of juvenile welfare work, including dependency and termination of parental right cases, and foster care and childcare licensing cases
Litigating matters (review hearings, motions and trials) in juvenile court, meetings with the client, communicating with various parties via email and preparing for fact-finding and termination of parental rights trials
Handling appellate litigation arising from trials
Travel to courts in counties outside of Spokane as required
Assist coworkers as needed to ensure that all client needs are met
Qualification
Required
An expressed interest in the practice of public sector law
Strong desire to litigate on a regular basis
Strong writing and oral advocacy skills
Exceptional communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Desire to work in a fast paced environment
The ability to handle a heavy caseload through multi-tasking in cases involving often difficult subject matter
Experience communicating or working with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences
A willingness to practice independently in Eastern Washington counties outside of Spokane
Graduated from a law school accredited by the ABA or completed the WSBA's Rule 6 Law Clerk Program
Licensed to practice law in Washington State
Preferred
Familiarity with state and federal laws governing child welfare cases
Familiarity with the Administrative Procedures Act
Litigation experience or experience in juvenile law
Benefits
A competitive benefit package that includes affordable medical plan options, dental benefits and retirement plans
Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Military and Civil Leave and Paid Holidays
The AGO will pay the general bar dues of someone who begins their assignment on or before January 31st per Article 10.8 of the AWAAG CBA
Flex schedules and telecommuting options
A formal AAG mentoring program that complements the AGO's inherently collegial and supportive environment
Health and wellness program
Training and career development program that is recognized for its excellence and efficacy by AGOs nationwide
Insurance Benefits
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Retirement And Deferred Compensation
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Holidays
Sick Leave
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Military Leave
Bereavement Leave
Additional Leave
Company
State of Washington
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