Tarrant County College
STAFF ATTORNEY, Probate Court 1
Tarrant County College, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
Summary
The Staff Attorney is responsible for completing various tasks that allow the Judge more time to consider cases and that help increase the efficiency of the Court. The Staff Attorney assists the Court Coordinator and Court Administrator in reviewing and preparing matters for judicial determination. Posting may close at any time. Benefits
Tarrant County employees enjoy superior health, retirement, and insurance benefits. For more information, please visit http://www.tarrantcounty.com/en/human-resources/employee-benefits.html. Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long‑term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full‑time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more. Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reviews case files for both the contested and uncontested dockets. Prepares internal briefing memorandum for the Judge and other staff as appropriate. Contacts counsel to ensure the efficient operation of the Court. Reviews incoming pleadings and points out legal deficiencies that need to be corrected to ensure the Court has the authority to proceed without cancelling or creating multiple hearings. Provides attorneys with guidance on Court policies and procedures. Answers attorneys’ questions about upcoming matters. Attends hearings and chambers conferences. Monitors cases "taken under advisement" and briefing issues as assigned by the judge and drafts summaries or opinion letters as appropriate. Reviews applications for determining heir-ships and prepares and submits orders of appointment for Attorneys ad Litem. Assists the Associate Judge, Court Administrator, Court Coordinator, and Court Investigators in management of the various dockets of the court including the contested docket, the compliance docket, and the show cause docket. Reviews proposed orders, proofreads the judge’s orders and opinions, and writes initial drafts of other orders and opinions. Analyzes proposed jury charges. Conducts legal and statistical research. Provides editing input and updates to citations in speeches and papers. When appropriate, responds to correspondence from persons writing to the Court. Compiles reports of cases heard and acted upon by the Court. Performs other duties as assigned by the Court. Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s and Juris Doctorate (JD) degrees. Continuing Legal Education: 15 hours required annually, plus self‑study and training to maintain current knowledge of a variety of fields pertinent to probate and guardianship issues. Two (2) full‑time years of work experience in the relevant areas of law. License to practice law in the State of Texas. Member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas. A working knowledge of civil procedure and the Texas civil court system is important. Ability to work efficiently and effectively in high‑pressure situations and ability to communicate effectively. Excellent, advanced oral and written communication and court presentation skills. Ability to complete tasks despite constant interruptions to deal with other issues regarding probate and guardianship cases. Must possess an advanced senior professional level of analytical ability and be very well professionally polished and versed in the art of being diplomatic and tactful, in addition to the use of good judgment and common sense. Must be able to handle all stressful situations with an even temperament and work effectively with others in the achievement of tasks. Must possess necessary writing skills at a well‑advanced and professionally creative level to communicate information and directions to attorneys, agencies, and citizens. Must have solid, current working knowledge and understanding of probate and guardianship statutes and other relevant state laws, as well as full comprehension of case holdings and departmental policies. Must be computer literate. Physical Demands and Work Environment
While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to climb stairs, grasp/squeeze, hear, keyboard, reach, perform repetitive tasks, see near, sit, talk, use his/her hands, and work alone and with others. Background Check
Tarrant County will conduct background checks on new hires that will include a criminal background check related to convictions and deferred adjudications within the past seven years and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records and educational attainment. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually. Application Requirements
To be considered for this position, applicants must fully complete all sections of the application, including EDUCATION, DRIVER'S LICENSE, and EXPERIENCE. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Resumes alone will not substitute for a completed application. Failure to provide the required information will result in disqualification from the hiring process. Equal Opportunity Employment
Tarrant County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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The Staff Attorney is responsible for completing various tasks that allow the Judge more time to consider cases and that help increase the efficiency of the Court. The Staff Attorney assists the Court Coordinator and Court Administrator in reviewing and preparing matters for judicial determination. Posting may close at any time. Benefits
Tarrant County employees enjoy superior health, retirement, and insurance benefits. For more information, please visit http://www.tarrantcounty.com/en/human-resources/employee-benefits.html. Tarrant County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life and long‑term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full‑time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 13 paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and more. Note: These benefits are for Tarrant County employees only. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reviews case files for both the contested and uncontested dockets. Prepares internal briefing memorandum for the Judge and other staff as appropriate. Contacts counsel to ensure the efficient operation of the Court. Reviews incoming pleadings and points out legal deficiencies that need to be corrected to ensure the Court has the authority to proceed without cancelling or creating multiple hearings. Provides attorneys with guidance on Court policies and procedures. Answers attorneys’ questions about upcoming matters. Attends hearings and chambers conferences. Monitors cases "taken under advisement" and briefing issues as assigned by the judge and drafts summaries or opinion letters as appropriate. Reviews applications for determining heir-ships and prepares and submits orders of appointment for Attorneys ad Litem. Assists the Associate Judge, Court Administrator, Court Coordinator, and Court Investigators in management of the various dockets of the court including the contested docket, the compliance docket, and the show cause docket. Reviews proposed orders, proofreads the judge’s orders and opinions, and writes initial drafts of other orders and opinions. Analyzes proposed jury charges. Conducts legal and statistical research. Provides editing input and updates to citations in speeches and papers. When appropriate, responds to correspondence from persons writing to the Court. Compiles reports of cases heard and acted upon by the Court. Performs other duties as assigned by the Court. Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s and Juris Doctorate (JD) degrees. Continuing Legal Education: 15 hours required annually, plus self‑study and training to maintain current knowledge of a variety of fields pertinent to probate and guardianship issues. Two (2) full‑time years of work experience in the relevant areas of law. License to practice law in the State of Texas. Member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas. A working knowledge of civil procedure and the Texas civil court system is important. Ability to work efficiently and effectively in high‑pressure situations and ability to communicate effectively. Excellent, advanced oral and written communication and court presentation skills. Ability to complete tasks despite constant interruptions to deal with other issues regarding probate and guardianship cases. Must possess an advanced senior professional level of analytical ability and be very well professionally polished and versed in the art of being diplomatic and tactful, in addition to the use of good judgment and common sense. Must be able to handle all stressful situations with an even temperament and work effectively with others in the achievement of tasks. Must possess necessary writing skills at a well‑advanced and professionally creative level to communicate information and directions to attorneys, agencies, and citizens. Must have solid, current working knowledge and understanding of probate and guardianship statutes and other relevant state laws, as well as full comprehension of case holdings and departmental policies. Must be computer literate. Physical Demands and Work Environment
While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to climb stairs, grasp/squeeze, hear, keyboard, reach, perform repetitive tasks, see near, sit, talk, use his/her hands, and work alone and with others. Background Check
Tarrant County will conduct background checks on new hires that will include a criminal background check related to convictions and deferred adjudications within the past seven years and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records and educational attainment. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually. Application Requirements
To be considered for this position, applicants must fully complete all sections of the application, including EDUCATION, DRIVER'S LICENSE, and EXPERIENCE. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Resumes alone will not substitute for a completed application. Failure to provide the required information will result in disqualification from the hiring process. Equal Opportunity Employment
Tarrant County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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