Senior Staff Attorney

5 days ago

New York, New York, United States Sanctuary For Families Full time
About Us

Sanctuary for Families is a leading service provider and advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking, and related forms of gender violence in New York City. Our mission is to empower survivors to move from fear and abuse to safety and stability through a comprehensive range of services.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Staff Attorney to provide legal representation and advocacy to survivors of domestic and gender-based violence in family law matters in the Bronx. The successful candidate will have a strong background in family law and experience working with survivors of domestic violence.

Responsibilities
  • Provide direct representation and advocacy to clients in family law litigation, including complex family offense, custody, and visitation cases.
  • Provide pro se legal assistance and consultations to clients regarding family law matters.
  • Supervise and mentor junior staff attorneys and project assistants on all aspects of client contact, litigation support, case management, and project development.
  • Collaborate with FJC family law projects across the five FJC's and assist with screening and case coverage as needed.
  • Develop and conduct community outreach, training, and education on family law and domestic violence issues.
  • Build relationships and partnerships with law firms, law schools, and other agencies to increase visibility of Sanctuary for Families in the legal and domestic violence communities.
  • Participate in interagency conferences and legal/bar association committee meetings to stay up-to-date on developments in the areas of pro bono, domestic violence, and legal remedies.
Requirements
  • J.D. and Admission to the New York State Bar
  • At least five 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 and as part of a team
  • Knowledge of the dynamics of gender-based oppression and a strong motivation to combat gender-based violence
  • Ability to work well with people from diverse communities and backgrounds
Benefits
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Employer retirement contribution
  • Paid time off
  • Flex spending account
  • Student loan assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Gym reimbursement program
  • Wellness program and rewards

Sanctuary for Families is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful of all employees. We recognize that the safety, healing, and self-determination of survivors of domestic violence and related forms of gender violence is at the intersection of racial, gender, economic, immigrant, LGBTQ+, and disability justice, as well as many other critical issues. In order to realize our mission, Sanctuary strives to center DEI principles at every level of the organization and continues to deepen that commitment.

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