Sanctuary for Families · 1 month ago
Senior Staff Attorney, Family Law
Staten Island, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$82K/yr - $96K/yr
5+ years expSanctuary for Families is New York’s leading service provider and advocate for survivors of domestic violence and gender violence. The Senior Staff Attorney will provide legal representation and advocacy to survivors in family law matters, while also mentoring staff and collaborating with partner agencies to advocate for systemic change.
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Responsibilities
Provides direct representation and advocacy to clients in family law litigation, including complex family offense, custody and visitation, child and spousal support and divorces. Provides other advocacy as needed, including the criminal legal and child protective systems
Provides pro se legal assistance and consultations to clients regarding family law matters
Supervises and/or mentors project assistants, volunteers and interns on all aspects of client contact, litigation support, case management, and/or project development
Supervises and mentors staff attorneys and pro bono attorneys in active family law litigation
Collaborates with FJC family law projects across the five FJC’s, and assists with screening and case coverage as needed
Facilitates clients’ access to intra-agency and outside resources, and administers provision of direct financial assistance and donations to clients
Provides technical assistance to FJC partner agencies
Develops and conducts community outreach, training and education
Builds relationships/partnerships with law firms, law schools, and other agencies to increase visibility of Sanctuary for Families in the legal and domestic violence communities
Actively engages in advocacy committees and task forces, and collaborates with other agencies to advocate for systemic change
Attends and participates in interagency conferences and legal/ bar association committee meetings to keep abreast of developments in the areas of pro bono, domestic violence, and legal remedies for victims of domestic violence
Performs any other department or agency-related duties or special projects as directed by supervisor
Qualification
Required
J.D. and Admission to the New York State Bar
At least five (5) years of relevant legal experience
Ability to handle all aspects of complex family law matters
Experience working in the domestic violence field
Knowledge of the dynamics of gender-based oppression and a strong motivation to combat gender-based violence
Ability to work independently
Highly motivated to provide zealous, knowledgeable, culturally competent, and empathic legal advocacy to domestic violence survivors
Ability to work well with people from diverse communities and backgrounds
Preferred
Fluency in a community language other than English a plus
Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Employer-paid life insurance
Employer retirement contribution
Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, Sick)
Generous Leave Policy
Flexible spending account / Health savings account
Student loan assistance
Tuition reimbursement program
Gym reimbursement program
Wellness program and rewards
Company
Sanctuary for Families
Sanctuary for Families is a nonprofit organization that serves domestic violence survivors.
51-200 employees
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