The Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS) is currently seeking Trial Attorneys to join their Children and Family Law Division (CAFL) to represent children and parents in family regulation cases. This is a full-time position with a salary range of $72,000 - $122,163, commensurate with years of experience. The positions will be filled as the FY25 & FY26 budgets allow, with an expected start date in early September 2025.
Headings:
H1: Join CPCS CAFL as a Trial Attorney for Children and Parents in Family Regulation Cases
H2: Seeking Trial Attorneys for Statewide Positions with Competitive Salary and Benefits
Job Title: 2025 Children and Family Law Division Trial Attorney - Statewide Positions
Salary: $72,000 - $122,163, commensurate with years of experience
Experience: Minimum entrance requirements include eligibility to practice law in Massachusetts and a demonstrated commitment to zealous advocacy for indigent persons in family regulation cases.
Overview:
- CPCS is seeking attorneys to represent children and parents in family regulation cases
- The positions are full-time and offer a competitive salary and benefits package
- The Children and Family Law Division (CAFL) provides legal representation for indigent clients in various family regulation matters
- CPCS is committed to equal justice and human dignity for all clients
- The agency values courage, accountability, respect, and excellence
- CPCS has a diversity and inclusion mission statement and is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization
Qualifications:
- Must be eligible to practice law in Massachusetts
- Foreign language skills are desirable
- Trial experience in termination of parental rights cases is preferred
- Must have a demonstrated commitment to zealous advocacy for indigent persons
Responsibilities:
- Interviewing clients
- Conducting legal research and writing
- Conducting investigations and preparing for hearings and trials
- Representing clients in various legal proceedings
- Working with a legal team and handling post-judgment representation
EEO Statement:
CPCS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants who need them.
Join CPCS CAFL as a Trial Attorney for Children and Parents in Family Regulation Cases
Seeking Trial Attorneys for Statewide Positions with Competitive Salary and Benefits
2025 Children and Family Law Division Trial Attorney - Statewide Positions
$72,000 - $122,163, commensurate with years of experience
Experience: Eligible to practice law in Massachusetts and commitment to zealous advocacy for indigent persons in family regulation cases
CPCS, the public defender agency for Massachusetts, is seeking attorneys to represent children and parents in family regulation cases. The positions are full-time with a competitive salary and benefits package, and require eligibility to practice law in Massachusetts and a demonstrated commitment to zealous advocacy for indigent persons.
