Family Law Staff Attorney
NLSLA seeks a Family Law Staff Attorney for one of our program offices. The ideal candidate will be a skillful attorney who can excel in a fast-paced, dynamic anti-poverty law practice and is capable of fiercely advocating on behalf of NLSLA clients in multiple forums. The candidate must have a demonstrated passion and commitment to public interest law and prior experience serving low-income individuals and client groups, with a sensitivity to those in crisis. The candidate will also possess strong research and organizational skills; the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing; and well-developed analytical skills. Of critical importance is that the candidate be self-motivated with the ability to work independently. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal services to low-income survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault
- Represent survivors in restraining order hearings and other family law proceedings. Duties may also include providing periodic assistance to survivors in their immigration matters
- Collaborate closely with social services agencies to assess the legal needs of the community
- Participate in public policy advocacy, community education, and outreach activities to effect policy and systems changes that benefit survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault
- Frequently travel to other NLSLA branch offices, courts, government agencies, shelters and community-based organizations throughout southern California
Qualifications
- Licensed and eligible to practice law in California
- Prior experience serving low-income individuals and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault
- Experience working with trauma-informed approaches
- Excellent communication (oral, written, listening) skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred, but not required
Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.