YWCA Union County ยท 1 week ago
Survivor Representation Project Family Law Attorney
Elizabeth, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$85K/yr - $85K/yr
2+ years expYWCA Union County is dedicated to supporting survivors of domestic violence through legal representation. The Survivor Representation Project Family Law Attorney provides trauma-informed legal services in Family Court, including restraining orders, child support, and custody proceedings, while collaborating with program coordinators and stakeholders.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Assist with completing and revising of the SRP Policies and Procedures manual
Providing legal representation, limited scope representation and advice, as appropriate, to qualified survivors of domestic violence in Union County Family Court in restraining order, custody and child support proceedings
Coordinating representation, as needed, with the Immigration Attorney
Holding twice weekly "office hours" for YWCA clients with legal questions
Supervising and assigning work to the Court Advocate/Paralegal
Attending regular meetings for all stakeholders in project including internal YWCA team members and external Family Justice Center partners
Becoming familiar with the partners and legal referrals used by the FJC and refer victims as necessary
Documentation: maintain case records for clients, and maintain other records as needed
Participating in monthly project team meetings with the Director of Family Justice Center, weekly FJC meetings and weekly supervision meetings
Assisting with any funder reporting requirements
Attending monthly YWCA staff meetings
Attend quarterly Domestic Violence Working Group meetings
Completing the 40 Hour Domestic Violence training
Attend and participate in community and board of director meetings as needed
Represent the Agency to other organizations as assigned
Represent the YWCA on external committees, as appropriate
Participate in staff meetings and trainings on a regular basis
Other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel
Qualification
Required
Must have a J.D. from an accredited law school
Must be licensed to practice law in New Jersey
Must possess excellent advocacy and litigation skills
Knowledge of and sensitivity to the problems of domestic violence
Minimum of two years experience practicing family law
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of computer programs including but not limited to Microsoft office, PowerPoint, and Excel
Preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred
Company
YWCA Union County
The YWCA Union County opened its doors in 1920 and has been serving the women, children and families of Union County ever since, with a long history of promoting the rights and health of women and their families at home, in the workplace, and in the community, and advocating on behalf of social and racial justice.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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