CSEA Support Attorney

Objectives

Individual is responsible for providing legal counsel and representation to the Child Support Enforcement Agency, investigating, preparing, and litigating civil actions related to child support, and writing and approving appeals. Individual reports directly to the Director.

Job Standards

• Juris Doctor degree is required, and must be licensed, admitted, and be in good standing with the Ohio Bar for practice as an Attorney in the State of Ohio.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Must meet and maintain qualifications for driving on county business as a continued condition of employment.
• Must maintain required licensures and certifications as a continued condition of employment.
  
  

Essential Functions

• Analyzes case law; reviews rules of procedures, researches legal issues; drafts various legal documents; prepares for hearings, pre-trials and trials; reviews and negotiates resolutions and settlements, reviews and makes determinations regarding adequacy of due process for proceeding with action/litigation;
• Prepares cases for trial and litigation by interviewing witnesses, performing legal research, investigating, and preparing evidence, and evaluating the strength of the case. Conducts trial litigation of cases through presentation of testimony (direct and cross-examination) and evidence;
• Represents, researches, analyzes and interprets facts and law in child support matters for investigation;
• Negotiates admissions and agreements with defense attorneys;
• Works to further the Agency’s mission during litigation proceedings, assisting the parties to work together to reach agreements for the benefit of the child(ren), attempting to resolve enforcement action prior to entering the courtroom, attempting to resolve disagreements between the parties, providing parties with information and resources as needed;
• Reviews Child Support Enforcement Agency cases and discusses strategies and course of action with the Director, Supervisors and Case Managers;
• Assists Child Support Enforcement Agency Case Managers in the enforcement, collection and calculation of child support;
• Serves as hearing officer and renders decisions for Child Support Enforcement Agency’s administrative and mistake of fact hearings, as needed;
• Locates and verifies addresses in cases where there is failure of service or outstanding warrants and contacts law enforcement officials in other jurisdictions to seek their assistance in serving warrants;
• Receives and responds to calls from the public regarding complaints and/or legal inquiries;
• Conducts post-judgment litigation through all phases as necessary through written Objections and responses, written Appellate briefs and responses, and oral arguments;
• Drafts and types correspondence, numerous court documents (such as Complaints, Motions, Agreed Judgment Entries and Proposed Judgment Entries, responsive pleadings, Briefs, etc.);
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance;
• Drives vehicles to various locations as required;
• Attends various training sessions, video conferences, and workshops;
• Hold as confidential, all aspects of the job;
• Performs typing, word processing, and related computer operations;
• Works outside of typical work schedule/business hours as required; and,
• Other duties as required.
  
  

Full job descriptions are available on the Class Specifications page.

Equal Opportunity Employer

M/F/D/V