National Legal Aid & Defender Association · 2 months ago
Family Law Staff Attorney
Fresno, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelNational Legal Aid & Defender Association is seeking a Family Law Staff Attorney to join their team that integrates family law and immigration services. The role focuses on representing domestic violence survivors, providing legal guidance and support through various legal processes.
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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
Required
J.D. degree from an accredited law school
Active membership in the California State Bar
Experience in family law and/or domestic violence advocacy
Strong legal research and writing skills
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to social justice and serving low-income communities
Preferred
Bilingual in English and Spanish or another language
Experience with immigration law
Familiarity with community-based services and resources
Benefits
7.5 hour work day / 37.5 hour week
14.5 Paid Holidays
Free wellness counseling & resources
Union protection for applicable positions
Annual pay increases
Overtime for Hourly/Non-exempt staff
Compensatory Time for Salaried/Exempt staff
School Loan Assistance up to $500/month
Bilingual Pay up to $90/month
Home internet reimbursement of $25/month
CCLS issued laptop & cell phone
CA State Bar dues paid in full
Mileage reimbursement
CCLS contributes to staff 403(b) plans starting at the one-year anniversary:
Year 1 to 2 – 1% of salary contributed
Year 2 to 3 – 2% of salary contributed
Year 3 to 4 – 3% of salary contributed
Year 4 to 5 – 4% of salary contributed
Year 5+ - 5% of salary contributed
Coverage begins 1st of the month following hire date
CCLS pays 100% for staff health insurance coverage
CCLS pays 67% of staff dependent health insurance coverage
Low-Cost Plans for: Dental PPO & Vision Insurance
Long term disability & life insurance
Workers Compensation coverage
Vacation Cash Out: Accrued vacation cashed out & added to paycheck upon request
Overtime Pay Out (Non-Exempt Staff): OT paid out within 30 days of accrual, per State standards
Up to $1,500 interest free loan to assist staff with personal computer purchase
Protected leave for CA Bar Exam
Interest-free loan for Bar Exam & study course fees
Up to 8 weeks salary advance
Company
National Legal Aid & Defender Association
National Legal Aid & Defender Association leads a broad network of advocates on the frontlines to advance justice and expand opportunity.
Founded in 1911
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.3MKey Investors
Lumina Foundation
2022-02-15Grant· $0.3M
Leadership Team
April Frazier Camara, Esq.
President & CEO
Vernina A.
Executive Assistant To Chief Executive Officer
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