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Chief Appellate Counsel

2 months ago


Austin, Texas, United States Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services Full time
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Appellate Attorney to join our team at the Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services. As a key member of our legal team, you will be responsible for representing the Department in original proceedings and appeals before the fourteen Courts of Appeals and the Texas Supreme Court.

**Key Responsibilities:**
  • Research and draft complex appellate briefs in all Texas Courts of Appeal and Texas Supreme Court.
  • Provide legal advice to the Department's Office of General Counsel on a wide range of issues.
  • Collaborate with county and district attorneys, DFPS attorneys, and program staff to provide consultation on trial issues for CPS and APS matters.
  • Develop and present case law updates for Continuing Legal Education (CLE) instruction to Department legal staff and outside legal community.

Requirements:
  • Extensive knowledge of trial and appellate procedure, as well as case law relating to family law, probate and guardianship law, Child Protective Services matters, and Adult Protective Services matters.
  • Ability to synthesize law, administrative rules, agency policies, and goals to provide expert advice to clients.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal issues clearly and effectively.