Legal Advocate

We help people facing crises: a victim of domestic violence escaping an abusive relationship, a young parent trying to navigate a custody battle, a mother at risk of deportation and separation from her children.

What do these individuals have in common? They are seeking to establish safety and stability for their families.

Summary:

Under the supervision of a Senior Attorney, the Legal Advocate will be responsible for providing litigation support and holistic client services. The Legal Advocate will provide assistance in family law cases, primarily for low-income survivors of domestic violence. The essential functions for the position may include:

• Conduct client interviews and meetings
• Assist with the preparation and filing of legal documents
• Prepare written translations
• Assist with legal research as needed
• Provide safety planning for domestic violence and sexual assault survivors
• Provide or assure referrals to appropriate community services
• Track client files and case-related data
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Fluency in written and spoken Spanish required
• Bachelor’s degree or Associate degree with paralegal certificate required
• 2-3 years experience with family law preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to public interest work
• Previous experience working with survivors of domestic abuse and/or sexual assault strongly preferred
• Ability to work successfully with people from diverse backgrounds
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated and excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel and Internet
• Employment is subject to successful completion of a criminal background check