Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, Inc. · 13 hours ago
Attorney (Domestic Violence)
West Palm Beach, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
1+ years expThe Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County is a nonprofit charitable law firm dedicated to ensuring equal access to the justice system for the low-income, disadvantaged and traditionally underserved residents of Palm Beach County. The Domestic Violence Project attorney will provide legal representation and advocacy to victims of domestic violence in Palm Beach County, responsible for the preparation and representation of clients in court.
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Responsibilities
Represents victims in cases involving assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, sexual assault, sexual battery, stalking, aggravated stalking, kidnapping, false imprisonment, or any criminal offense resulting in physical injury or death
Position requires attendance in court, contact with pro se litigants, Supervising Attorney, fellow unit attorneys and paralegals and, when needed contact with the Executive Director and participation in staff activities
Represent clients before judicial tribunals in domestic violence matters
Conduct interviews with clients at the office or elsewhere
Investigate and develop cases, including conducting necessary interviews and discovery
Counsel and prepare clients to testify in court
Develop specialized skills and knowledge in this area of the law
Remain current on new developments in the law and attend training courses which are applicable to Legal Aid domestic violence clients
Timely input accurate and complete records and files regarding cases in client database
Timely input time and other records as required by funding sources
Develop and maintain relationships with the Palm Beach County Bar Association, victim services, and other referral sources
Assist in the development and execution of community education projects and activities
Serve on community, bar, and county committees where feasible
Attend staff and other meetings in the community as assigned
Maintain client confidentiality
Comply with all agency policies and procedures
Work with other staff members to form a positive, supportive team atmosphere
Must work the days and hours to perform all assigned responsibilities and tasks and be punctual and timely in meeting all performance requirements, including but not limited to, attendance standards and work deadlines
Maintain courteous, professional, and effective working relationships with employees and clients of the organization
Assist the Executive Director and/or supervisor with special projects, assignments and any additional duties as deemed appropriate or as needed
Qualification
Required
Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) from A.B.A. accredited law school
Member of the Florida Bar or pending
One or more years of legal experience, or clinical experience
Ability to attend court hearings with short notice and work with deadlines
Knowledge of applicable statutes and Rules of Procedure
Dependability, initiative, motivation, and ability to work independently
Strong, positive interpersonal skills to work in a fast paced, busy environment
Good judgment and organization
Ability to work independently and responsibly
High ethical standards
Preferred
Spanish speaking preferred, but not mandatory
Benefits
Vacation leave earnings equal 2.4 weeks a year (beginning the first of the month after 30 days of employment) and increases to 3 weeks a year after two years of employment.
Sick leave earnings equal 2.4 weeks a year (beginning the first of the month after 30 days of employment).
13-15 paid holidays per year (depending on court schedule).
Health, dental and vision insurance (beginning first of the month after 30 days of employment).
Employer paid short-term disability/long-term disability and life insurance (beginning first of the month after 30 days of employment).
Employer matches up to 5% of 401K plan contribution (eligible after one year of service).
Salary paid bi-weekly by direct deposit.
Mileage and reimbursements processed weekly.
Law school student loan repayment assistance for eligible individuals.
Company
Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, Inc.
The Legal Aid Society was founded in 1949 with a mission of providing equal access to our judicial system to the disadvantaged living in Palm Beach County.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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