Supervising Attorney - Victim Advocacy Program

Who is Disability Rights Wisconsin?

Disability Rights Wisconsin is the state's Protection and Advocacy system, charged with protecting the rights of individuals with disabilities and keeping them free from abuse and neglect. Employing a variety of means, our advocates and attorneys use individual casework and systems advocacy to achieve positive changes in the lives of people with disabilities and their families. We are seeking employees who value this work.

In turn we treat our employees well, offering a supportive environment, talented colleagues, excellent benefits, and generous leave.

Disability Rights Wisconsin arose out of a disability civil rights movement demanding that the abuse of people with disabilities end and that people with disabilities be included in life, school, workplaces, and communities. Our core values include Diversity, Dignity, Independence, Accessibility, Inclusion, Human Rights, and Liberation.

Our programs include:

• Protection & Advocacy for people with disabilities (addressing abuse/neglect, discrimination, and access to services)
• Disability Benefits Specialist program (helping people access Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance)
• Family Care & IRIS Ombudsman program (supporting people to remain in community-based settings)
• Victim Advocacy services for crime victims with disabilities
• Education rights, discrimination claims, institutional monitoring, and systemic reform

Full Time Equivalent: 1.0 FTE (40 Hours per week), Monday - Friday

Reports to: Director Legal and Advocacy Services

Rate: $74,000 - $85,000 annually

Job

Hours:

Work to be completed during core office hours; 8a.m.

-5p.m.

Location: DRW has offices in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay. This position can be assigned to any of these office locations, depending on the applicant's residence. This position is not eligible for fully remote work. DRW has a hybrid work policy.

Application Instructions: Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience as they relate to the minimum and preferred qualifications. For priority consideration, apply online at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Final date to receive applications: Position will remain open until filled.

Preferred consideration will be given to applicants who apply between November 20th and January 15th. Initial interviews will take place in the last part of January 2026.

Alternate formats of this Position Announcement are available upon request. Materials may be submitted in alternate formats if necessary.

The Supervising Attorney for the Victim Advocacy Program will: provide direct, comprehensive representation to victims of crime with disabilities in relevant areas including family law and victim's rights; supervise Advocacy Specialists and Staff Attorneys in the Victim Advocacy Program (VAP); provide advice and counsel to clients, guardians, and family members; supervise the day-to-day operations of the program; compile and submit performance reports to funders.

This position requires statewide travel.

• Supervision: (50%)
  • Provide ongoing supervision to Advocacy Specialists and Staff Attorneys in VAP. Attend regular supervision meetings, review intakes and ongoing case work, written material, and training material.
  • Ensure that all attorney and non‑attorney advocacy is done in compliance with Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules, including Rules of Professional Conduct.
  • Conduct regular Team meetings to review casework, address DRW administrative needs, and support Team building.
  • Assist in employee professional development, including coaching and assessing productivity.
  • Conduct annual evaluations of supervises in consultation with the Managing Attorney.
  • Conduct case file reviews in consultation with the Managing Attorney.
• VAP Program Responsibilities: (30%)
  • Prepare in a timely fashion all grant reports, both statistical and programmatic, associated with VAP grants.
  • Work with VAP, Managing Attorney, and Director of Legal and Advocacy Services on creating Team priorities to meet grant and agency goals.
  • Follow DRW policies, including but not limited to client communications, records…