Senior Family Law Staff Attorney

Senior Family Law Staff Attorney

START
Immediately available

SALARY
$69,000 - $72,000 Annually, Full-time Exempt

BENEFITS
Health (partial payment), dental, and vision
Generous Vacation and Holiday Allowances

LOCATION
Pasadena/Metro Locations

SUMMARY
Peace Over Violence is seeking a Senior Family Law Staff Attorney that has a demonstrated interest in working with survivors of domestic and sexual violence. The candidate should have 3+ years of knowledge and experience providing holistic legal representation in family law with an emphasis on sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Must have a California Bar membership, 3+ years of post-law school legal experience. The ideal candidate must have a sincere interest in public interest law. The Senior Staff Attorney will work with the organizations Legal Advocacy Project.

The Senior Staff Attorney will provide direct assistance to clients through one-on-one consultations, filing and management of clients’ legal cases, legal clinics, litigation, and administrative hearings. The Senior Staff Attorney is also expected to provide outreach and education to community groups; and assist with the supervision, training and mentorship of legal staff. The attorney is expected to work under direct supervision of the Managing Attorney.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide direct legal services in family law (e.g., restraining orders, divorce, custody, paternity, and support matters).

• Conduct legal intakes and assessments to determine appropriate legal remedies and develop individualized case strategies.

• Staff legal clinics on topics relevant to survivors, such as protective orders.

• Act as the subject matter expert within the area of the law supervised.

• Participate in and support safety planning, crisis counseling, and linkage to appropriate resources and referrals.

• Provide pro per assistance and advocacy in civil legal matters, when appropriate.

• Maintain relationships with other programs and agencies

• Attend appropriate meeting to further the program and funder expectations

• Provide legal support and advocacy via in-person meetings, follow-up communication, and the 24-hour hotline.

• Advocate with law enforcement agencies and USCIS on behalf of clients when needed.

• Engage in appellate work related to family law matters, as appropriate.

• Conduct legal intakes and needs assessments and maintain regular client contact and timely updates.

• Participate in local family law council or domestic violence council, and other advocacy coalitions.

• Ensure all filings meet deadlines and procedural standards;
  

Program Administration & Coordination

• Maintain accurate and timely records, including detailed case notes and timekeeping, in the agency’s case management system.

• Ensure compliance with all confidentiality protocols, grant requirements, and organizational policies.

• Devise and implement internal policies to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of legal services in collaboration with the Managing Attorney.

• Perform other duties as required to meet the needs of the organization.

Qualifications

• Member of the California State Bar, with 3 years of experience in practice.

• Maintain California Attorney License and comply with MCLE requirement

• 3–5 years of experience in family law with a demonstrated focus on supporting survivors of trauma or marginalized populations.

• Commitment to trauma-informed care, racial and gender justice, and survivor empowerment.

• Strong legal writing, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and independently manage a caseload.

• Demonstrated knowledge of crisis intervention, domestic violence, child abuse/neglect, stalking, elder abuse intervention, experience in Crisis Counseling

• Complete Peace Over Violence’s 82-hour counselor/advocate training or its equivalent

• Ability to work well with a diverse group of people, comfortable with L.A. & Pasadena communities.

• Capacity to balance and provide self-care while meeting the demands of a crisis center

• Demonstrates professionalism, initiative, and the ability to work independently while building effective, empathetic, and non-judgmental relationships with clients, families, volunteers, staff, and members of criminal justice and social service agencies.

• Bilingual proficiency (especially Spanish) strongly preferred

• Some travel may be required

• Flexible Schedule to fit varying shifts; capacity to work some weekends and/or evenings

Applicants may submit a resume and cover letter to:
Lizeth Castillo, Esq.
Managing Attorney
Email: [email protected]

No phone calls, please

Peace Over Violence is a equal employment opportunity employer. Peace Over Violence encourages applicants from a diverse pool of candidates including candidates of color, candidates with disabilities, candidates who identify with the LGBTQ community and others.