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Central California Legal Services ยท 2 months ago

CCLS Staff Attorney - Family Law

positionFresno, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$71K/yr - $111K/yr
date2+ years exp

Central California Legal Services (CCLS) is a non-profit organization that provides free civil legal services to low-income individuals. The Family Law Staff Attorney will focus on representing domestic violence survivors, providing legal support, guidance, and assistance in obtaining restraining orders and child custody orders.

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Responsibilities

Advise and represent survivors of domestic violence in related civil proceedings
Provide legal representation to clients consistent with CCLS program priorities
Identify and analyze systemic issues through individual casework, reviews of the CCLS data, and participation in statewide networks of legal services advocates
Co-Counsel with other legal staff and pro bono partners
Collaborate with other legal staff, client groups, community-based service providers, and statewide networks
Participate in community outreach and education events
Attend national or regional trainings as deemed necessary and/or helpful to CCLS, and provide training on lessons learned to other CCLS staff
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Active member of State BarLitigation skillsNegotiation skillsLegal experienceBilingual abilityClient-centered approachInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsTeam-orientedOrganizational skills

Required

Active member in good standing of the State Bar of California
Minimum 2 years of legal experience
Excellent litigation and negotiation skills
Collaborative, team-oriented individual able to work with colleagues and external partners
Ability to assume responsibility quickly, comfortable under pressure, and able to work independently and as part of a team
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Have an organized, detailed approach
Able to use good judgment, multitask, and meet short-notice deadlines
Ability to work with a wide range of clients in a kind, appropriate, client-centered manner
Commitment to CCLS' mission and core values
Ability to travel as needed, proof of liability and property insurance on vehicle used

Preferred

Bilingual ability strongly preferred

Company

Central California Legal Services

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Central California Legal Services is a non-profit organization that provides civil legal assistance and free legal services.
dateFounded in 1966
location
Fresno, California, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://centralcallegal.org

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Shawn Joost
Director of Pro Bono and Strategic Partnerships
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