Trial Attorney - Child Welfare/Family Representation

Full job description

Seeking trial attorneys to fill one contract position in Tulsa County

20-40 cases (4,000/month)

Docket B, ICWA Court, Monday/Wednesday

OFR provides high-quality legal representation to children and indigent parents, guardians, and Indian custodians in child welfare court proceedings to promote timely reunification and preservation of families in a safe, healthy environment.

Our clients come to us through court appointments when child maltreatment is alleged. Our independent contract attorneys provide dedicated, zealous, client-directed legal defense while addressing the underlying issues that brought the family into the child welfare system. We strive to reduce foster care entries, shorten lengths of stay in foster care, promote frequent and high-quality family time, and ensure that children and parents receive well-tailored services to expedite safe and lasting reunifications.

Responsibilities and Duties:

The independent contract attorney will represent children and parents at all stages of child welfare court proceedings. The position requires court appearances and direct client contact.

Representation includes client interviews, providing ongoing assessments of the merits of cases, conferring with social workers, opposing counsel, and other service providers, appearing at all court hearings, preparing witnesses for trial, participating in mediations, and presenting clients’ cases to the court during hearings, non-jury trials, and jury termination trials.

The attorney will have access to resources to build legal knowledge, strengthen courtroom skills, and develop a deeper understanding of relevant systemic and social issues.

Desired Qualifications:

Member in good standing of the State Bar of Oklahoma

Knowledge and experience of juvenile deprived law preferred

Experience in courtroom advocacy including trial work preferred

Ability to work compassionately and respectfully with clients in crisis

High degree of professionalism

Ability to interact respectfully with judicial officers

Ability to multi-task and be a productive team player

Excellent verbal, interpersonal, writing, interviewing, and organizational skills

Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team of social workers and parent mentor.

Ability to balance contract responsibilities with private practice.

Pay Structure:

20-40 cases: $4,000.00/month

Learn more at: oklahomafamilyrepresentation.org

For faster review of your application, email ofr@laok.org with your resume and two professional references.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $4,000.00 per month

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

License/Certification:

Oklahoma Bar License (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote