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About the Role

The Suffolk County Attorney’s Office is seeking attorneys to manage legal matters concerning County government operations within the Family Court and Social Services Bureau. The role involves appearing in Family Court and handling complex cases related to child abuse, neglect, juvenile delinquency, and child support.

Responsibilities

• Appear in Family Court and handle serious and complex cases involving child abuse and neglect, juvenile delinquency and/or child support cases.
• Work collaboratively with County Attorney staff, other attorneys, Court staff and Child Protective Services in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Interact with Child Protective Services, Department of Social Services including Medicaid and Child Support Enforcement Bureau as well as all counsel, families, and witnesses with kindness and professionalism.

Requirements

• Admitted to the New York State Bar.
• Possess experience in or background in Family or Criminal Law.

Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent judgment.
• Exceptional organizational abilities.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to public service.
• Strong academic record.
• Capacity for fairness.
• Strong work ethic.
• Sound problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.

Location

• Suffolk County

Work Type

• Onsite
• Full-time

Experience Level

• Commensurate with experience

Salary/Compensations

• $80,000 to $120,000

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Pension.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start), sick leave, personal days.
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays.

About the Company

• The Suffolk County Attorney’s Office handles legal issues relating to the operation of County government.
• County government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security.
• Suffolk County’s focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
• Achieve results through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.

Equal Opportunity

• Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.