FL Family Law Attorney (Contract)
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Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Legal Services, Non-ProfitIndustries
Requirements
- Attorney-at-law
- Experience with litigation
- Experience with advocacy
- Experience with community outreach
- Experience with education
- Knowledge of family law
- Experience with divorce cases
- Experience with custody/visitation cases
- Experience with orders of protection
- Experience with child support
- Experience assisting victims of crime
- Commitment to social justice and equity
- Ability to work with underserved communities
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Responsibilities
- Provide direct legal representation to intimate partner violence survivors in family law cases
- Litigate issues in divorce, custody/visitation, orders of protection, and child support cases
- Conduct outreach and build partnerships with community groups
- Provide information about Crime Victims' Assistance and aid clients in applying for benefits
- Advocate for clients' rights and interests
- Participate in community education and awareness initiatives
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members (social worker, paralegal)
- Work in Manhattan and potentially other boroughs
- Contribute to the organization's mission of fighting for justice and equity
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the location of this position?
The position is based in the Manhattan office, serving underserved communities in Harlem and Upper Manhattan.
What salary or compensation is offered for this role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What skills or experience are required for the Staff Attorney role?
The role requires experience in family law, particularly handling cases involving divorce, custody/visitation, orders of protection, and child support for survivors of intimate partner violence. Cultural competence and ability to provide holistic services are essential.
What is the team structure in the Family Law Unit?
The Family Law Unit is an interdisciplinary team consisting of attorneys, a social worker, and a paralegal focused on providing holistic and culturally competent services to survivors of intimate partner violence.
What professional development opportunities are available?
LSNYC offers numerous opportunities for growth and professional development, including access to the internal Justice Learning Center for free CLEs and experience as a trainer.
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Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters
1974Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
LegalIndustries
201-500Employees