Staff Attorney, NLSLA

NLSLA seeks a Family Law Staff Attorney for one of our program offices. The ideal candidate will be a skillful attorney who can excel in a fast-paced, dynamic anti-poverty law practice and is capable of fiercely advocating on behalf of NLSLA clients in multiple forums. The candidate must have a demonstrated passion and commitment to public interest law and prior experience serving low-income individuals and client groups, with a sensitivity to those in crisis.

The candidate will also possess strong research and organizational skills; the ability to effectively
communicate verbally and in writing; and well-developed analytical skills. Of critical importance is that the candidate be self-motivated with the ability to work independently. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal services to low-income survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault
• Represent survivors in restraining order hearings and other family law proceedings. Duties may also include providing periodic assistance to survivors in their immigration matters
• Collaborate closely with social services agencies to assess the legal needs of the community
• Participate in public policy advocacy, community education, and outreach activities to effect policy and systems changes that benefit survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault
• Frequently travel to other NLSLA branch offices, courts, government agencies, shelters and community-based organizations throughout southern California

Qualifications:

• Licensed and eligible to practice law in California
• Prior experience serving low-income individuals and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault
• Experience working with trauma-informed approaches
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred, but not required

How to Apply:

Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample toemployment