Harris County
Attorney
Harris County, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Duties and Responsibilities:Establish, enforce, modify, and terminate child support and possession/access orders in the Family District Courts of Harris County as assigned.Timely handle an assigned caseload. Review all cases and pleadings thoroughly prior to Court filings.Administer the early intervention child support program to ensure orders are enforced in a timely manner.Negotiate settlements of pending Court cases.Provide legal information to self-represented litigants referred by the Harris County Family District Courts.Handle contested litigation in Court. Prepare, perfect and orally argue any appeal necessitated by the lower Court.Conduct interviews with clients.Return client calls and respond to client inquiries in a timely manner.Document all client activity accurately and completely on the case management system.Prepare legal pleadings.Advance legal education by keeping abreast of case law and have the ability to cite and apply legal authority.Education and Experience:Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree.Licensed by the State Bar of Texas.Two (2) years of experience working as an attorney in Family Law.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications.Ability to learn and become proficient in various software and web applications.Proficient using Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access in a Windows 2000/XP environment.Willing to learn and become proficient in other County and State of Texas computer programs.Strong writing ability and communication skills required.Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:Regular Full-timeMonday - Friday | Eight (8) hours a day
Start time is between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m.Hours must equal eight hours per day
Salary:Depends on QualificationsBased on 26 Pay Periods
Plus, benefits
Work Environment:Staff in this position should possess a high level of tolerance for this emotionally demanding and stressful work, while at the same time being supportive and understanding of the stresses being experienced by families.Physical Demands:This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required.This would require the ability to lift files up to 10 pounds, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.Note:
Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but
ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
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Start time is between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m.Hours must equal eight hours per day
Salary:Depends on QualificationsBased on 26 Pay Periods
Plus, benefits
Work Environment:Staff in this position should possess a high level of tolerance for this emotionally demanding and stressful work, while at the same time being supportive and understanding of the stresses being experienced by families.Physical Demands:This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required.This would require the ability to lift files up to 10 pounds, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.Note:
Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but
ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
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