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Deputy County Attorney 1

Location: Syracuse, New York

Category: Legal Jobs

Posted on: 2025/09/10

Job highlights
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Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction
Excellent legal drafting abilities with attention to detail
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Syracuse, NY 13202 (Required)
Syracuse, NY 13202: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Benefits
Pay: From $83,18+.00 per year
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Monday to Friday
Responsibilities
Handle full caseload of Child Welfare and JD petitions in Family Court at all stages of court process including trial
Interact with the Department of Children and Family Services, social service agencies, law enforcement, school districts, and the Probation Department
Job description
The Onondaga County Law Department is seeking attorneys to work as Deputy County Attorneys in its Family Court Division imbedded in the Department of Children and Family Services.

Work Activities:
• Handle full caseload of Child Welfare and JD petitions in Family Court at all stages of court process including trial
• Interact with the Department of Children and Family Services, social service agencies, law enforcement, school districts, and the Probation Department

Requirements
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Excellent legal drafting abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $83,18+.00 per year

Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

License/Certification:
• Bar (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:
• Syracuse, NY 13202 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
• Syracuse, NY 13202: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person
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