What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counsel II, Department of Developmental Services position at Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services?
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled Assistant General Counsel to join our team in the Southeast Region. As an integral member of our legal department, you will provide expert legal advice and guidance to support the mission of the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services.
Job Description:
- Advise the department on a wide range of matters, including guardianship, conservatorship, benefits eligibility, provision of DDS services, privacy, protective services, torts, and other matters.
- Manage a substantial caseload of guardianship cases in Probate and Family Court (including substituted judgment cases) and represent the agency in administrative appeals.
- Direct regional legal offices and supervise paralegals in their assigned office.
Responsibilities:
- Provides legal consultation and advice to DDS staff on an array of legal issues.
- Prepares cases for hearing and represents DDS in court and administrative hearings.
- Manages all legal work in the regional office and supervises paralegals in the office.
- Organizes office systems to keep track of cases and deadlines, streamline management of work, and maintain records as required.
- Assists the Attorney General's Office in preparing cases in which the Agency is an interested party.
Requirements:
- Active member of the Massachusetts Bar or eligible to waive into Massachusetts Bar.
- At least three years of full-time or equivalent part-time professional experience in the practice of law or in a position requiring membership in the Bar.
