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Robert Half Family Law Senior Attorney in Bronx, New York
Description
Our client is a leading non-profit organization. They seek an experienced attorney to provide legal representation and advocacy to survivors of domestic and gender-based violence in family law matters in the Bronx. The areas of focus are primarily family offense, custody/visitation, child/spousal support, and divorce. The Senior Staff Attorney will also provide civil legal screenings and legal consultations, assist pro se clients by drafting family law petitions and other filings, assist with pro se clinics, conduct community outreach and education, and collaborate with other agencies to advocate for systemic change. The Senior Staff Attorney will provide leadership and expertise within a family law team, and will mentor and supervise project assistants, junior staff attorneys, pro bono attorneys, interns, and volunteers.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides direct representation and advocacy to clients in family law litigation, including complex family offense, custody and visitation, child and spousal support and divorces.
Provides other advocacy as needed, including the criminal legal and child protective systems.
Provides pro se legal assistance and consultations to clients regarding family law matters.
Supervises and/or mentors project assistants, volunteers and interns on all aspects of client contact, litigation support, case management, and/or project development.
Supervises and mentors junior staff attorneys and pro bono attorneys in active family law litigation.
Facilitates clients’ access to intra-agency and outside resources, and administers provision of direct financial assistance and donations to clients.
Provides technical assistance to FJC partner agencies.
Develops and conducts community outreach, training and education.
Builds relationships/partnerships with law firms, law schools, and other agencies to increase visibility of the organization in the legal and domestic violence communities.
Actively engages in advocacy committees and task forces, and collaborates with other agencies to advocate for systemic change.
Attends and participates in interagency conferences and legal/ bar association committee meetings to keep abreast of developments in the areas of pro bono, domestic violence, and legal remedies.
Performs any other department or agency-related duties or special projects as directed by supervisor.
Requirements
Requirements
J.D. and Admission to the New York State Bar
At least five (5) years of relevant legal experience
Ability to handle all aspects of complex family law matters
Experience working in the domestic violence field
Ability to work independently
Knowledge of the dynamics of gender-based oppression and a strong motivation to combat gender-based violence
Highly motivated to provide zealous, trauma-informed, knowledgeable, culturally competent, and empathic legal advocacy to domestic violence survivors
Ability to work well with people from diverse communities and backgrounds
Fluency in a community language other than English preferred
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