El Paso County, Colorado, USA · 5 days ago
Staff County Attorney | Assistant County Attorney
Colorado Springs, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$84K/yr - $126K/yr
3+ years expEl Paso County is seeking a Staff County Attorney specializing in Human Services to protect the rights and well-being of children, families, and at-risk adults. This role is designed for attorneys who value professional autonomy and the confidence to manage cases independently within a collaborative legal team.
AssociationGovernmentNon Profit
Responsibilities
Presents cases before all relevant courts and administrative bodies
Organizes trial and hearing preparation; drafts and files legal documents and prepares questions and arguments necessary for hearings or trials; notifies and interviews witnesses; reviews evidence
Prepares memoranda of law and opinion letters as needed and directed by the Chief Deputy County Attorney
Researches and interprets the Colorado Children's Code, Probate Code, Social Services Code, and the Colorado Code of Regulations pertaining to same
Researches other State and Federal statutory and common law, regulations, policies, agency letters, legal treatises, articles, manuals, and writing in the field as needed to prepare all cases or legal issues for hearings, trials, or other resolutions
Interprets and applies Colorado Rules of Civil, Juvenile, Probate, and Appellate Procedure
Meets with counsel representing parents, children, at-risk adults, and other parties to identify litigated issues, resolving them through mediation, negotiation, stipulation, and/or trial
Provides training to DHS staff regarding legal aspects of case preparation, trial/hearing preparation, testimony, and related legal processes as needed
Provides other legal services as requested by the Chief Deputy County Attorney and/or County Attorney
Executes administrative duties as requested by the Chief Deputy County Attorney and/or County Attorney
Attends meetings with DHS staff to coordinate legal services and policies with client
Participates in rotation of 24-hour on-call consultation service to El Paso County DHS Intake
Attends meetings at the direction of the Chief Deputy County Attorney with agencies, organizations, and groups within the legal and child welfare communities
Utilizes State court and State agency computer systems. Conducts computer-based legal research
Performs other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of the Colorado Children's, Probate, and Social Services Codes; civil, probate, juvenile, and appellate procedure; the Colorado Code of Regulations pertaining to the same, and the Colorado Revised Statutes as they pertain to local government
Sufficient knowledge of social work, medical, psychiatric, and psychological treatment of children involved in the juvenile court system
Strong legal research and writing skills
Ability to manage high-volume court divisions and handle complex legal issues; ability to prepare and organize cases
Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with clients, court, court staff, opposing counsel, fellow employees, and all others with whom contact is had in this professional capacity
Ability to communicate effectively and establish effective working relationships. Ability to provide excellent customer service
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or direction
Sufficient computer skills to perform essential job functions; proficiency with Microsoft Office and various databases, software, and computer systems
Maintain regular and punctual attendance
J.D. from an accredited law school
Admission to and a member in good standing with the Colorado Bar required within one year of employment; or Authorized to practice law in Colorado pursuant to Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure 205.6
Three years of experience as a practicing attorney; two years of the required experience must pertain to juvenile law
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
License in good standing as Attorney and Counselor at Law issued by the Colorado Supreme Court required within one year of employment
Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, drug screen, and physical examination
Preferred
Two years of juvenile legal experience
Company
El Paso County, Colorado, USA
El Paso County lies in east central Colorado and encompasses more than 2,158 square miles.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Nikki Simmons
Chief Financial Officer
Eli Peña
Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
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2025-04-05
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