Lateral Family Defense Attorney

• Provides zealous representation to clients facing abuse and neglect allegations in juvenile deprived proceedings from initial show cause hearings through adjudication and/or termination trials.
• Engage in early advocacy for clients during child welfare investigations and family centered services agreements.
• Representation may also include guardianship matters under Title 10A or Title 30 protective order matters or other related family law matters with practice leader approval.
• Advocate for client-centered decision-making in all matters with a consistent focus on achieving clients stated goals

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary defense team members including client advocates mitigation specialists and investigators to develop and implement comprehensive strategies addressing the legal social service and governmental challenges faced by clients
• Collaborate with other attorneys on representation of a mutual client in multiple venues including coordinating legal strategies co-counseling appearances/hearings.
• Develop and elevate standards of practice through innovative motions arguments and litigation strategies
• Commit to ongoing professional development and training to ensure excellent and zealous representation to our clients

• Minimum 3 years of experience in the field of parent defense or a related field
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an American Bar Association accredited law school
• Active law license in good standing with the Oklahoma Bar or eligibility for admission within a defined timeframe based on role and practice requirements.
• Valid drivers license and reliable access to a vehicle to attend court client meetings and community-based obligations.
• Comfort working in varied settings including courts offices community locations and remote environments as required by practice needs.
• Occasional evening and/or weekend availability as dictated by court schedules client needs and case demands.
• Ability to travel regularly within the Tulsa metropolitan area with occasional in-state or out-of-state travel for court proceedings training or professional development.
• Proficiency with standard legal and office technology including document drafting case management systems and electronic filing platforms.
• Commitment to SSRs mission vision and values including client-centered trauma-informed and equity-driven legal advocacy.

• Judgment Integrity & Professional Discretion
• Curious Self-Starter
• Strong Legal Analysis & Critical Thinking
• Organization and Time Management
• Adaptability & Professional Responsiveness
• Cultural Awareness & Compassionate Client Engagement
• Persistence & Follow-Through
• Clear & Effective Written & Verbal Communication
• Collaboration & Team Orientation

Required Experience:

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