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Attorney, Guardian Ad Litem

Floyd County


Listing Summary

We are looking for an Attorney, Guardian Ad Litem!

The purpose of this classification is to serve as the child(ren)'s attorney in order to ensure the best interest of the child is upheld throughout the court process. 

Responsibilities

  • Serves as the child(ren)'s attorney in Dependency and Children in Need of Services (CHINS) matters if there is no conflict with the child's desires and otherwise provides advocacy for Dependent and CHINS children with a focus on the child's best interest.
  • Complies with requirements of O.C.G.A. 15-11-105 in regards to power and duties of a Guardian Ad Litem.
  • Maintains regular and sufficient in person contact with each child/client.
  • Conducts independent assessments to determine the facts and circumstances surrounding the case; reviews case study, educational, medical, psychological, and other relevant reports.
  • Attends all court hearings and other proceedings, meetings, and Citizen Panel Review hearings.
  • Reviews proposed changes in the child's placement; contacts the child prior to and after placement changes.
  • Provides written reports to the Court and the parties with recommendations, updates, etc.
  • Participates in any dispute resolution processes. • Monitors compliance with the case plan and court orders.
  • Serves as the Plan Manager when appointed on cases where children have been deemed to not be mentally restorable; calls and schedules meetings of those required; drafts and develops competency plan for submission and approval by the Court.

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctorate Degree (J.D.).
  • Must be a member in good standing with the Georgia State Bar Association and admitted to plead and practice before Georgia Court of Appeals and Georgia Supreme Court.
  • Preferred: Experience in juvenile law.

Benefits

  • Health/Major Medical
  • Dental
  • Long Term Disability
  • Employer-Paid Pension
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation- Annually
  • Paid Sick
  • Incentive Pay & Longevity Pay
  • Free Wellness Clinic

Listing ends on:

4/24/2023