Macomb County Government · 5 hours ago
Friend of the Court Attorney
Macomb County, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$73K/yr - $95K/yr
3+ years expMacomb County Government is seeking a Friend of the Court Attorney to enforce court orders for child support and provide legal support in domestic relations cases. The role involves managing a caseload, appearing in court, and advising parties on Friend of the Court policies and procedures.
Non Profit
Responsibilities
Enforces court orders for payment of child support pursuant to the laws of the State of Michigan and pursuant to Federal rules and regulations governing the State of Michigan
Appears in open court and arraignment hearings for incarcerated litigants
Provides the Court with factual information regarding domestic relations cases
Provides answer to questions from litigants, attorneys and employees in domestic relations cases and child support enforcement
Manages a caseload and assists the Family Division Bench by enforcing the support, parenting time, and custody provisions of orders issued on domestic relations cases
Provides case information and advises parties, attorneys, and third-party custodians and guardians of Friend of the Court policies and procedures
Responds to written correspondence as well as in-person, telephone, and other inquiries from parties, Courts, attorneys, and other governmental agencies regarding assigned cases
Reviews files to determine if eligible for enforcement and initiates appropriate enforcement action
Conducts pre-show cause hearings and represents the Friend of the Court before the Family Division Bench
Testifies as needed in felony non-support cases and proceedings before Family Division Bench or Friend of the Court Referees
Interprets orders for Friend of the Court staff
Maintains statistical data as required for Friend of the Court compliance with federal and state reporting requirements and performance and policy reviews by Management and Circuit Court
Interviews arrested parties to obtain necessary information to resolve bench warrants issued by the Family Division
Appears on behalf of the Friend of the Court to present bench warrant hearings and waivers of arrearages before the Family Division Bench or Referees
Performs legal research using printed legal materials and online legal materials and websites
Continues to keep up to date on developments and changes in family law via review of new statutes, professional journals, and legal opinions of state and federal courts
Complies with IRS Confidentiality regulations and requirements
Performs related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor Degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school
Three (3) years of experience with Friend of the Court procedures and policies or family law, litigation and legal experience
Current membership and in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan
Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel
Domestic relations case law, statutes and the Michigan Rules of Evidence
Friend of the Court systems, including Michigan Child Support Enforcement System (MiCSES) and OnBase Imaging System
Knowledge of child support enforcement methodology, legal terminology and Friend of the Court policies and procedures
Office equipment and technology, including personal computers, software programs and internet applications sufficient to research the law, draft memorandums of law, and produce reports
Strong legal research and writing skills
Negotiation and mediation
Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with the Elected Officials, Administrators, Department Heads, Circuit Court Family Division, State Bar, litigants, general public and co-workers
Independent and sound judgment and initiative in analyzing problems and recommending solutions
Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
Conduct meetings, interviews and hearings via virtual video platforms
Perform job functions with minimal direction
Work in an environment which embraces the county's Dignity Campaign
Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
Work independently
Preferred
Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with no monthly premium to employees for single, two (2) person or family coverage.
Health care, dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment.
Company
Macomb County Government
With a growing population and sound government practices, Macomb County offers extensive business opportunities, beautiful natural resources and a richly diverse culture.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.25MKey Investors
Consumers Energy Foundation
2022-04-25Grant· $0.25M
Leadership Team
Jako van Blerk
Chief Information Officer
Robyn DiCristofaro
Service Partner
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