Assistant County Attorney - Juvenile Delinquency Matters

Assistant County Attorney - Juvenile Delinquency Matters

Assistant County Attorney - Juvenile Delinquency Matters

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Are you a recent law school graduate that wants to gain valuable courtroom experience? Do you have a passion to protect and promote the safety and well-being of Westchester’s children, families and communities? Then the Westchester County Family Court Bureau is the place for you!

Westchester County’s Family Court Bureau is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and families by taking on the critical responsibility of prosecuting juvenile delinquency, child welfare and child support matters. We are actively seeking an Assistant County Attorney to handle juvenile delinquency matters involving youth under 18 who have been arrested for conduct that would constitute a crime if they were adults.

Responsibilities Include but Not Limited to:

• Representing the Department of Social Services in Family Court on all aspects of child protective proceedings, from petition filing through contested trails and permanency hearings;
• Interviewing witnesses and other relevant parties to the litigation to determine admissibility of various types of evidence;
• Drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and memoranda of law;
• Meeting with caseworkers to identify and analyze legal issues;
• Handling a full caseload; case investigations, motion practice, discovery; courtroom advocacy including pre-trial hearings, trials and dispositional hearings;
• Preparing and maintaining case files and documents in advance of court appearances;
• Conducting legal research and regularly reviewing relevant case laws and regulations and providing advice to the Department of Social Services on issues relating to permanency and well-being of children in foster care;
• Preparing and presenting trainings both within the Family Court Bureau and to other agencies and stakeholders;
• May be required to attend various inter-agency and county meetings.

Required Qualifications:

The successful candidate must have graduated from a school of law with an LLB or JD degree and be admitted to the New York State Bar.

Experience in the Family Court is preferred.

Must be able to work collaboratively with County Attorney staff, other attorneys, Court staff and other County agencies in a fast paced and demanding environment

COME JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM!

Besides a competitive salary, our generous compensation package includes comprehensive benefits (including medical, dental, and vision), paid leave (including holidays, vacation and personal days), work-from-home opportunities, deferred compensation, and a retirement plan.

Please submit a Cover letter along with your Resume to

Important: In The Subject Line of your email, please include “Assistant County Attorney, Family Court Bureau, Juvenile Delinquency”

Westchester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About Westchester County

Westchester County, located in the heart of the historic Hudson Valley, covers 500 square miles and has a population of just over 1 million. Originally home to Native Americans of the Lenape tribe, it is now a rich mix of diverse cultures and landscapes. The County is a blend of bustling cities, quaint villages, and picturesque towns, as well as open spaces and a network of beautiful parks. Westchester is made up of six cities, 19 towns, and 20 villages. The County is known for its top-notch public schools and high quality of life. It is also an intellectual capital, boasting a highly educated workforce, competitive colleges and universities, Fortune 500 companies, world-changing nonprofits, and cutting-edge research centers. Westchester is led by County Executive Kenneth W. Jenkins, who took office in January 2025 as the tenth County Executive. Focusing on innovation, Jenkins is leveraging technology and fostering business growth to position Westchester as a dynamic and inclusive destination where everyone can thrive. Learn more about Westchester County by visiting

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• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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• Job function

  Legal, Public Relations, and Other

• Industries

  Government Administration, Legal Services, and Courts of Law

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