SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Staff Attorney – Protective Order Advocacy and Representation Project (POARP) advises and represents survivors of intimate partner violence in protective order proceedings in Maryland’s District and circuit courts, as well as in related matters such as contempt, modification, extension and shielding hearings. The Staff Attorney works on-site in the Clinic’s offices located in the Prince George’s County courthouses, which enables the Staff Attorney to provide immediate legal intervention to clients on a walk-in basis and to develop meaningful connections to courthouse personnel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide high-quality, trauma-informed representation to survivors of intimate partner violence in protective order cases, and in related contempt, modification, extension and shielding hearings.
Conduct comprehensive consultations with potential clients, which include a thorough interview about recent and past incidents of abuse, safety planning, lethality assessment, and referrals to appropriate community and legal resources.
Provide prompt, compassionate services to clients on a walk-in basis and via phone.
Maintain the Clinic’s client database and systems used for tracking clients’ cases.
Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Admitted to practice and in good standing with the Bar of Maryland
Demonstrated commitment to ending domestic violence
REQUIRED CERTIFICATION OR LICENSE:
J.D. from accredited law school
Successful background check
Pay: $67,000 - $71,000
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
The Total Rewards Package includes, but is not limited to, medical/dental/vision insurance, prescription plan, PTO, 403(b), and Employee Assistance Program.
EEO Statement
House of Ruth Maryland upholds the mission of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission by being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment and will not be excluded because of color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or age.
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