Attorney

Staff AttorneyThe Office of the Executive Secretary of the Supreme Court of Virginia seeks to hire a full-time Staff Attorney in the Court Improvement Program. Virginia has received grant funding for this program from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services since 1995.This position offers a competitive benefits package, which includes vacation and sick leave, 13 paid holidays, health insurance, retirement, life insurance, deferred compensation, and short- and long-term disability.A writing sample is required.Essential duties and responsibilities include:Providing or coordinating responses to legal research inquiries from judges of the juvenile and domestic relations district and circuit courts and the staff of the Office of the Executive Secretary.Assisting with and presenting at training events.Assisting in various court-related projects, including the development and revision of official forms used in the trial courts.Reviewing legislation before the Virginia General Assembly to analyze its effect on the Virginia Judicial System.Representing the Virginia Judicial System at the General Assembly and in community meetings and workgroups.Assisting in creating, reviewing, and maintaining resources for the Court Improvement Program.Assisting the Director of the Court Improvement Program as requested.Occasional overnight travel in Virginia is required.Minimum qualifications include:Licensed to practice law in Virginia and in good standing with the Virginia State Bar (or be currently eligible for membership) and have 2-5 years of relevant legal experience.Demonstrate advanced legal research skills.Have excellent analytical, oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills.Preference will be given to applicants with experience in family or juvenile law, particularly federal and state child welfare law, and some combination of the following: practice experience in Virginia's trial level state courts; a judicial clerkship with a Virginia state court; or experience with the legislative process in Virginia's General Assembly.A writing sample is required.Additional requirements include:To be considered, a state application, resume, and cover letter are required.All candidates are subject to a criminal history background check and reference check.Email: agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer.