Purpose of Position

The purpose of this position is to represent the Juvenile Court in juvenile cases brought before the Family Court-Juvenile Division, and to provide legal advice and assistance to the staff, under the direction of the Director of Legal Services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all­ inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Represents the Juvenile Office in all aspects of litigation and court appearances, including, but not limited to, Jurisdictional/Dispositional hearings, certification hearings, termination of parental rights hearings, and appeals.

Prepares briefs and memoranda for appellate courts and makes oral arguments when required; Litigation of cases includes appearances in pre-hearing conference & pre-trial discoveries and negotiates with other legal counsel regarding pleas and case status.

Meet with Deputy Juvenile Officers to determine if legal sufficiency is present prior to petition being filed. Prepare order and judgements for the Juvenile Court

Negotiates with attorneys regarding pleas.

Preparation of petitions for involuntary terminations of parental rights, child abuse/neglect, and delinquency.

Reviews law enforcement reports, children's division reports, medical reports, etc. for case preparation. Reviews, assists, and/or prepares all legal documents.

Interviews witnesses and victims to develop case evidence and strategy. Takes and defends depositions.

Advises administration regarding office procedure and policy.

Meets with community agencies and multi-disciplinary teams regarding cases and juvenile justice issues. Consults with staff regarding legal issues and interpretations of the law.

Responsible for legal research, securing legislative updates, amendments/additions to the law and decisions regarding case law, and provides training to staff on said issues.

Respond to requests for courts and Juvenile Office social records including the redacting of contents of reports authorized by law to be disseminated.

Provides legal advice and consultation to Family court Administrator/Chief Juvenile Officer on issues related to Juvenile Office operations.

Work is reviewed through supervisory conferences, reports, achievement of stated goals and broad objectives, and adherence to judicial and legal mandates.

Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

 Juris Doctor degree, Missouri Bar Association member required. Experience in Juvenile, Family Law and Criminal Law with a minimum of 3 years’ experience preferred. A valid Missouri Motor Vehicle Operator's license is required.

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