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Legal Counsel Lawyer

Attorney

Job in Monterey Park, Los Angeles County, California, 91756, USA
Listing for: Childrens Law Center of California
Contract position
Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
  • Law/Legal
    Legal Counsel, Lawyer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 88510 - 120000 USD Yearly USD 88510.00 120000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Attorney (Contract)

Overview

POSITION TITLE:

ATTORNEY

Reports to:

Supervising Attorney

Salary: $88,510-$120,000/annually (based on experience and qualifications)

This is a contract position from February 23, 2026 through December 23, 2026

Job Snapshot:
Our CLC Attorney will have a deeply demonstrated commitment to the legal representation of clients in dependency proceedings in and out of court.

Your Impact on the Mission – Excellence in Advocacy
  • Assess the critical issues of each assigned case and advocate for each client by:
    • Maintain professional effective working relationships with bench officers, courtroom personnel, social workers, attorneys, CASAs & service providers.
    • Independently investigating & appropriately directing social work investigators to obtain facts needed to properly assess each case.
    • Effectively applying dependency case law, statutes & court rules; using effective trial & courtroom presentation skills.
    • Using sound case analysis & judgement; effectively negotiating with other counsel.
    • Prepare witnesses & apply evidentiary rules & objections.
  • Prepares clear, concise and persuasive motions, pleadings, briefs and memorandums of law, as well as correspondence and reports as needed by thoroughly researching applicable law. Submit documents in a timely manner.
  • Engages available resources to properly represent and advocate for our client’s best interest, including but not limited to:
    • Educational resources,
    • Medical providers & mental health professionals,
    • Regional center resources,
    • Community based services providers,
    • Other legal experts or consultants, such as Legal Aid, Public Counsel, Alliance for Children’s Rights, etc.,
    • Public Defenders in Delinquency Court and Department 95.
  • Demonstrate sensitivity & awareness of cultural differences to effectively communicate & advocate for clients from diverse backgrounds. Develops professional relationships with and provides sound advice to clients using frequent age-appropriate interviews that adhere to ethical standards. Follows up on client requests & court orders to ensure that clients receive services in a timely manner.
  • Treat clients’ caregivers and family members respectfully.
  • Continuous learning: staying informed and adapting evolving social dynamics to better engage and support clients from all backgrounds.
    • Requirements

    The Assets You Possess/Essential Qualifications

  • Maintains professional relationships with all CLC coworkers through:
    • Collaboration with attorneys, supervisors and CLC leadership,
    • Demonstrating respect for support staff,
    • Expressing flexibility and willingness to assist with coverage in other courtrooms,
    • Mentorship and being a role model for less experienced attorneys,
    • Ability to seek assistance from supervisors when prudent or required.
  • Can effectively manage multiple caseloads by:
    • Opening & closing files in a timely manner, and meeting deadlines
    • Ability to complete all appropriate office reports in a timely manner, including timesheets, case counts and conflict reports,
    • Maintaining files in an orderly manner according to office policy,
    • Properly documenting court proceedings, contacts and case developments,
    • Maintaining an accurate calendar of upcoming hearings for each case.
  • Can prioritize & allocate time and resources effectively
  • Can follow office policies and procedures
  • Prior experience in dependency law or trial experience preferred.
  • Interest & proficiency in working with children & youth in diverse communities.
  • Juris Doctor Degree & a member in good standing of the State Bar of California.
  • A valid California driver’s license, reliable automobile, and auto insurance are required while working for Children’s Law Center.
    • Perks + Benefits

    Employees of CLC Enjoy:

    Health + Wellbeing
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Company-Sponsored Benefits (Medical, Dental, Life Insurance) *
    • Up to 6% employer matched retirement plan*
    • Generous Parental Leave + Additional Leave Options*
    • Fitness/Wellness Program*
    • Health Care & Dependent Day Care FSA *
    • Transit + Parking Benefits *
    Growth + Development
    • Durfee Professional Development funds are available for all employees, in good standing, who have been with CLC for at least two years.
    Flexibility + Additional
    • Flexible working environment (depending on position…
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