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Child Support Attorney

Monterey College of Law

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United States , Santa Barbara

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Salary:

128835.20 - 199286.88 USD / Year

Job Description:

The County of Santa Barbara’s Department of Child Support Services is seeking an experienced and motivated Child Support Attorney III/IV to join its dedicated legal team. This position can be based in either Santa Barbara or Santa Maria, California. If you are an attorney committed to serving the community and supporting children and families, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity. We are also accepting applications to establish one employment list to fill current and future vacancies in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria. Please note: This position requires regular travel between Child Support Services offices in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria, as well as occasional overnight travel and overtime during the work week and on weekends.

Job Responsibility:

  • Advises department staff, custodial and non-custodial parents, and witnesses regarding legal issues involved in prospective civil parentage and/or support actions
  • Interprets and applies laws
  • court decisions
  • local, state, and federal regulations
  • and other legal authorities for use in the preparation of child support cases
  • Prepares legal pleadings, including complaints, answers, demurrers, discovery, motions, orders, and judgments required for hearings, trials, and varied legal proceedings
  • drafts and prepares related reports and correspondence
  • and maintains accurate case records
  • Litigates a variety of parentage and support cases in civil court trials and at family law and motion hearings

Requirements:

  • Active membership in the State Bar of California
  • Two years of experience as an attorney in the practice of public or family law or four years as a general practicing attorney
  • OR, One year of experience performing duties equivalent to the class of Child Support Attorney II with Santa Barbara County
  • OR, A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and that provides the required knowledge, abilities, and license
  • Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License may be required upon hire

Nice to have:

  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices
  • Strong analytical ability and attention to detail
  • Customer-focused and solutions-driven approach
  • Strong interpersonal skills demonstrated across various levels of the organization
  • Demonstrated commitment to collaboration and cooperation including the ability to work effectively with others, communicate openly, and contribute to the collective success of the team
What we offer:
  • Generous benefits
  • Applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for retirement reciprocity and time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 20, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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