DC Affordable Law Firm · 1 month ago
Probate & Estate Planning Staff Attorney
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$68K/yr - $68K/yr
2+ years expDC Affordable Law Firm (DCALF) is committed to closing access to justice gaps in the District of Columbia. The Probate & Estate Planning Staff Attorney will focus on direct representation and advocacy in probate and estate planning matters, while also engaging in community outreach and mentorship.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Focus on increasing access to justice in probate and estate planning matters
Engage in direct representation, advice, and advocacy on behalf of DCALF clients and community members
Represent personal representatives probating their loved one's estates
Help individuals draft proactive estate plans for their incapacity and after death
Involve community outreach and education to expand awareness of our probate and estate planning
Manage their own full caseload and maintain timekeeping, data, and case files consistent with organizational policies
Offer informal mentorship and support to fellows in DCALF’s 15-month post-graduate fellowship program
Participate in all case rounds and staff meetings
Follow and enhance organizational policies and procedures
Report to the Probate & Estate Planning Managing Attorney
Qualification
Required
J.D.; Licensed to practice law and in good standing in the District of Columbia
2+ years' experience post-J.D. in a judicial clerkship or in direct legal services, government, or private practice
Dedication to access to justice
Emphasis on client-centered and trauma-informed advocacy
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people
Ability to work well under pressure, multitask, and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational abilities with a detail-oriented and deadline-driven approach to work
Creativity in identifying and implementing solutions
Sound independent judgment and decision-making skills
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and race equity
Willingness to reflect upon critical feedback
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Excel
Willingness to adopt and, if necessary, learn core DCALF tech systems
Preferred
Experience and comfort navigating issues of property, debt, and/or finances
Background in probate law or estate planning
Community engagement and/or community education experience
Spanish language proficiency (oral and written)
Benefits
401(k) retirement plan with 3% employer match.
Medical insurance and elective dental and vision insurance options.
Generous paid leave, including vacation, sick, and personal days, winter break closure (Christmas Day to New Year’s Day), Thanksgiving break, and all Federal and local DC holidays.
Paid parental/family leave through the DC Paid Family Leave Program.
Ongoing training opportunities.
Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP) offered through the DC Bar Foundation (DCBF).
Company
DC Affordable Law Firm
DC Affordable Law Firm ("DCALF") is a nonprofit law firm in Washington, DC providing accessible and affordable family law, immigration, and probate legal services to hardworking DC residents from modest- and lower-income households.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase