Attorney I, II, and III

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Orange County
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 2308AT-1126-027 (O)
Department: Child Support Services
Opening Date: 11/13/2026
Closing Date: 12/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

CAREER DESCRIPTION
ATTORNEY I, II, and III
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Attorney positions. The eligible list established may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.
DEADLINE TO APPLY

This recruitment will close on December 4, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (PST)

THE OPPORTUNITY
This is an excellent opportunity for you to enhance your career with the County of Orange Department of Child Support Services. Child Support Services is looking for attorneys who are committed to serving the community.

The Child Support Services Attorney Team consists of dedicated attorneys whose primary responsibilities include establishing, modifying, and enforcing child support orders. Attorneys are assigned to court and in-house operations depending on departmental needs. They work collaboratively with staff throughout the Department, the parents we serve through the program, and our court partners.

The Attorney's goal is to work with parents to resolve matters prior to court and represent the County in matters at court. The attorney's role is to provide support to all activities of the Department including, but not limited to, providing legal analyses on policies and making recommendations. Additionally, attorneys are required to meet with parents, review motions to establish, modify and enforce reasonable child support orders, prepare responses, appear in court in a fast-paced and high-volume environment, draft and review stipulations and provide case follow-up.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with expertise in drafting legal documents
• Knowledge of legal principles, evidence rules, and court proceedings
• Proficiency in legal research methods and civil legal processes
• Competence in preparing and presenting cases in court, drafting legal documents, and analyzing legal problems
• Understanding of legal procedures and court systems
• Flexibility and adaptability to change
• Strategic thinking abilities
• Competence in preparing legal documents like pleadings, briefs, and opinions
• Capability to present information clearly to both legal and non-legal audiences
• Commitment to community service and direct engagement with parents
• Drive for personal and professional development, as well as for fostering growth in others
• Leadership and project management capabilities to enhance the child support program
• Vision for contributing to organizational success as an Attorney

ABILITY TO

• Skillfully prepare, present, and manage legal cases in court proceedings
• Draft a variety of legal documents such as pleadings, briefs, depositions, and reports with precision and attention to detail
• Conduct legal research effectively and collaborate with colleagues across different units and departments
• Thoroughly analyze complex legal problems and apply appropriate legal principles and practices
• Articulately present factual information, legal arguments, and statements in both written and oral formats, ensuring clarity and logical coherence
• Expertly draft ordinances and regulations, conducting thorough legal research to support decision-making processes
• Work harmoniously and collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders, fostering a productive and supportive working environment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required Experience/Education:
License Required for All Three Levels: Active membership in the State Bar of California.

Click to view the Minimum Qualifications for Attorney I classification.
Click to view the Minimum Qualifications for Attorney II classification.
Click to view the Minimum Qualifications for Attorney III classification.

Special Requirements
Selected candidates must pass a background investigation to the satisfaction of the Department of Child Support Services.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and desirable qualifications. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process.

Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

Application Appraisal Panel (AAP) | Application Review (Weighted 100%)An Appraisal Panel (AAP) of job knowledge experts will thoroughly screen and evaluate the application and supplemental questionnaire for job knowledge, competencies and related experience described above.

Only the most qualified candidates will advance to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list.

Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. Applicants will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click to review the policy.

Please Note: The information you provide on your application and/or response to the supplemental questions may be used as a scoring device, so please be thorough and complete in your response. "See Resume" is not a qualifying response and will not be scored in lieu of the required information.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Click for additional Frequently Asked Questions.

For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Cindy Silva at (714) 338-9526 or

Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
01

The information you provide will be used to evaluate your qualifications so please be detailed in your response. Be specific as to the name of the employer, duties and length of service. If you have no experience, write "no experience". Copy/paste of work experience or "See Resume" is not a qualifying response and will not be evaluated in lieu of the required information.

• Yes, I understand.

02

Are you a current member of the California State Bar?

• Yes
• No

03

Please list your Admission Date, Admission Number and Date of Bar Exam.
04

How many years of experience do you possess as an attorney in the practice of civil, governmental, criminal, or child support establishment and enforcement law?

• Less than one (1) year
• One (1) or more years
• Two (2) or more years

05

Have you ever been disbarred or otherwise disciplined by any bar association or other professional organization?

• No
• Yes

06

If you have ever been disbarred or otherwise disciplined by any bar association or other professional organization please provide details, otherwise type N/A.
07

Please describe any training or hands-on involvement you possess in negotiation, mediation, or conflict resolution. Be sure to specify the duration of your experience, and highlight any relevant involvement within the public sector, such as government agencies or non-profit organizations.
08

Please provide a summary of your legal background and education, encompassing internships, externships, clerk positions, and professional roles as an attorney. Ensure to detail the duration of your experience and any involvement within the public sector, such as government agencies or non-profit entities.
09

Describe any experience you have in serving the public (non-profit, governmental, volunteer, internships, etc.). Please include the duration of time dedicated to each position.
10

Describe any direct work experience related to child support services including establishment, modification, and enforcement.
Required Question