Christian Legal Society · 4 days ago
Christian Legal Aid of DC – Staff Attorney, part-time
Washington, DC
Part-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$41.32/hr - $41.32/hr
1+ years expChristian Legal Aid of DC is dedicated to providing access to justice for vulnerable individuals in metro-Washington DC. The Staff Attorney will focus on offering legal advice and representation in areas such as criminal record sealing, estate planning, probate, and housing, while also participating in community outreach and legal clinics.
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Responsibilities
Understand prospective and current clients and build rapport
Hold consultations with prospective and current clients; deliver actionable and sound legal advice with clarity
Manage a TBD caseload of cases for extended representation and brief legal services
Analyze clients’ cases, including: a) criminal records for eligibility for setting aside, expunging, and/or record sealing under DC law; b) clients’ assets, liabilities, and responsibilities for estate planning; c) probate matters; d) housing matters
Draft persuasive motions and replies on behalf of clients and represent them throughout the legal process
Maintain accurate client information, case status, and detailed notes in CLADC’s case management system (Clio Manage or LegalServer) and closely monitor case progression, including upcoming filing deadlines
Conduct screenings and brief intake interviews through audio or video calls or in-person, to determine eligibility for CLADC’s services
Deliver legal clinics in-person and/or virtually to prospective clients
Train CLADC’s volunteer attorneys and interns on CLADC’s practice areas, provide guidance and mentorship
Support CLADC’s outreach strategy and in-person community events (fairs, “tabling events”, workshops)
Other tasks that the Executive Director may reasonably assign
Keep track of work time
Assist with follow-up communication to clients and referral partners
Assist, participate, and support CLADC’s key events
Participate in and support advocacy events before local, state, and federal authorities
Participate in CLADC’s team prayer and team meetings held on Wednesdays from 9 – 11 am
Qualification
Required
A commitment to Christ in all that we do and participation in CLADC's spiritual and community practices are essential to fulfilling CLADC's mission; in addition, any interested candidate should be able to demonstrate their faith commitment
Mature Christian faith as defined by the Apostle's Creed
Willingness to adhere to CLADC's Statement of Faith and Statement of Community Life
Commitment to demonstrate CLADC's values of joy, excellence, Christ-centered, client-focused, and community-present
1-3 years of relevant work experience
Experience in or willingness and ability to practice criminal record sealing, estate planning, probate, and housing areas
Licensed to practice law in Washington, DC, and a member of the DC Bar
Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal, and otherwise) with the ability to interact effectively and compassionately with clients from diverse backgrounds, hold fast-paced conversations, and maintain calmness through tense verbal interactions
Take the work of justice seriously but not themselves
A self-starter with strong initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision, but with a willingness to ask for help when needed
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, comfortable working independently
Ability to utilize different communication platforms and technologies, and knowledge of professional work platforms and case management systems – Google Suite and Office: Word, Docs, Excel, Sheets, LegalServer, Clio Manage, etc
Willingness to abide by and sign a confidentiality agreement, given the nature of the position, which entails managing prospective and current clients' data
Preferred
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Licensed to practice in VA and MD
Benefits
Eligible for paid holidays and closures observed by CLADC, proportionally to the schedule of the position.
Company
Christian Legal Society
Christian Legal Society supports Christian legal professionals and offers legal aid, resources, and networking opportunities.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
E
Elmer Johnson
Co-Founder
G
Gerrit Groen
Co-Founder
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