Tapestri · 1 day ago
Family Law Attorney
Tucker, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$75K/yr - $85K/yr
2+ years expTapestri is seeking an ELSI Staff Attorney to provide comprehensive civil legal assistance to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. The role involves representation in family law cases and collaboration with community partners to develop legal services programs.
Non-profit Organizations
Hiring Manager
Vanisa Tabakovic
Responsibilities
Work together with the ELSI Project Coordinator on the development and creation of the ELSI Legal Services Program
Work closely with OVW training and technical assistance providers, community partners, and Tapestri’s domestic violence program director to develop appropriate policies and procedures for the legal program
Provide effective legal assistance to immigrant/refugee survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking
Interview victims of abuse in a manner sensitive to the trauma they may have experienced and attuned to honoring their choices
Maintain a domestic violence family law caseload, including protection orders, divorce matters, custody, legitimation, and/or child support. Caseload will include brief advice, unbundled services, and full representation in court
Work closely with Tapestri’s advocacy team to coordinate service delivery and provide holistic case management and support
Build and strengthen existing relationships with other community organizations, as well as identify and create new relationships, to maximize benefits and services available to clients
Qualification
Required
Admission to practice law in GA
Membership in good standing in the GA State Bar
Demonstrated commitment to advancing and defending the rights of immigrants, and willingness to support Tapestri's mission, vision and values
Knowledge of family/civil law, including but not limited to protection orders, custody issues, child support and divorce matters
Preferred
Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience as a practicing attorney in a nonprofit
Prior experience working with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence and stalking
Bilingual
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid time off
401K retirement plan
Company
Tapestri
Tapestri is dedicated to ending human trafficking and domestic violence in immigrant and refugee communities.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase