The Asian Pacific American Legal Resource Center · 2 days ago
Staff Attorney - Family Law - DC
DC-Baltimore Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$72K/yr - $78K/yr
3+ years expThe Asian Pacific American Legal Resource Center (APALRC) advances the civil and legal rights of Asian Americans, particularly low-income Asian immigrants, in the Metro-DC area. They are seeking a staff attorney with experience in family law to provide legal representation, conduct legal research, and manage a caseload primarily involving survivors of domestic violence and other crimes.
Law Practice
Hiring Manager
Asian Pacific American Legal Resource Center
Responsibilities
Provide direct legal representation in a variety of D.C. family law matters including: orders of protection, divorce, child support, visitation, and custody
Conduct legal research, draft and file pleadings and legal documents, and represent clients in support of the APALRC’s family law cases and stay abreast of relevant family law and policy changes
Interview clients and witnesses and handle other details in preparation for court appearances and trial
Assists in responding to Helpline calls
Intake and evaluate cases for potential representation
Organize and maintain files, electronic records, and client communication
Coordinate and attend outreach events to promote knowledge of family law, rights of domestic violence victims, and access to legal services
Coordinate and conduct community legal education/Know Your Rights workshops on a variety of family law topics
Assist in recruiting and coordinating pro bono counsel (or co-counsel) with area law firms for some APALRC family law cases
Work with the Executive Director to ensure proper program and grant financial management
Represent the APALRC at meetings and collaborations with government agencies and other organizations
Other duties as assigned by management
Qualification
Required
JD from an accredited law school
Member of good standing licensed to practice law in Washington, D.C. or in another U.S. jurisdiction with the ability to waive into D.C
A minimum of 3 years of experience practicing family law, preferably with experience working with domestic violence survivors
Proficiency in an Asian language, particularly Korean or Vietnamese
Experience working with immigrants, low-income individuals, and those with limited English proficiency, and/or comparable experience
Commitment to teamwork, demonstrated ability in community outreach, coalition building, working with volunteers and interns, and organizing workshops strongly preferred
Organized, able to manage a variety of cases at one time, able to draft workplans and meet goals and deadlines
Exceptional listening and communication skills
Demonstrated commitment in public interest law and social justice advocacy
Preferred
Prior experience working with a nonprofit, legal services or social services organization
Prior experience conducting community outreach, coalition building, community organizing, organizing workshops, legal clinics, and/or community education events
Prior experience working with Asian and Pacific Islander immigrant communities
Benefits
100% employer-paid:
Medical insurance
Dental and Vision insurance
Long Term Disability
Life and AD&D insurance
Pre-Tax 401(k) plan with employer match on first 4% of salary
Paid Time Off:
12 vacation days until year 2, 18 days per year in years 3-4, 24 days per year in years 5-9 and 30 days per year in year 10+
3 personal days per year
2 floating holidays per year
15 sick days per year
12 Paid Holidays and the last week of the year
Job related professional development fees (including annual state bar dues and professional memberships)
Hybrid work schedule
Company
The Asian Pacific American Legal Resource Center
The Asian Pacific American Legal Resource Center (APALRC) advances the civil and legal rights of Asian Americans by focusing on providing linguistically accessible and culturally appropriate legal services to low-income Asian immigrants in the Metro-DC area, including those with limited English proficiency.
2-10 employees
Funding
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