Family Law Program Supervisor

1 week ago


Atlanta, Georgia, United States Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation Inc Full time

Job Title

Family Law Program Managing Attorney

Reports To

Director of Legal Services for Safe & Stable Families

Department

Safe & Stable Families

Supervision

Family Law Program Staff Attorney, Paralegal, and Legal Assistant

Grade

FSLA: Exempt

Position Overview

The Managing Attorney for the Family Law Program (FLP) will oversee and direct the operations of the Family Law Program, which currently consists of a staff attorney, a paralegal, and a legal assistant. This program is dedicated to supporting survivors of intimate partner violence by offering comprehensive representation, limited scope assistance, and legal guidance in civil matters. Furthermore, the FLP collaborates with community legal advocates to facilitate legal clinics, educational initiatives, and volunteer training.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and guide the FLP team, including the staff attorney, paralegal, and legal assistant, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services that meet the needs of survivors while maintaining a strong commitment to respect and service excellence.
  • Provide legal advice, limited scope representation, and full representation to survivors of intimate partner violence in family law matters.
  • Conduct legal research, draft necessary legal documents, and prepare pleadings and memos to ensure superior representation.
  • Represent clients in court, attending hearings, status conferences, and trials on their behalf.
  • Evaluate client cases to determine suitability for program acceptance and provide oversight to volunteer attorneys as needed.
  • Supervise, mentor, and support interns within the Safe & Stable Families program.
  • Collaborate closely with the community legal advocate to organize Know Your Rights clinics and other outreach events to educate survivors about their civil legal options.
  • Facilitate training sessions on intimate partner violence, Guardian ad Litem processes, and other relevant topics.
  • Engage in court and county task forces, committees, and bar activities to foster relationships with other service providers and enhance the reach of the Safe & Stable Families program.
  • Participate in bar events, professional development trainings, and speaking opportunities.

Qualifications

Must hold a valid membership with the Georgia Bar in good standing, with no disciplinary history, and possess a minimum of five (5) years of experience in representing survivors of intimate partner violence in civil legal matters. Courtroom experience is essential. Notary certification is preferred or must be obtained.

Required Skills and Knowledge

  • Proven experience advocating for survivors of intimate partner violence (Required)
  • Strong litigation background (Required)
  • Experience in managing staff and/or attorneys
  • Ability to work effectively with clients from diverse racial, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds
  • Exceptional communication skills, capable of conveying complex information clearly to a variety of audiences
  • Respectful and responsive to cultural beliefs and practices within client communities
  • Strong collaborative abilities
  • Creative problem-solving skills
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to excellence
  • Organized and adept at prioritizing client needs
  • Demonstrated proficiency in legal research and writing
  • Familiarity with MS Office Suite
  • Experience with Salesforce is advantageous.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package with 100% company-paid employee-only base medical and dental coverage
  • 21 days of paid time off accrued according to company policy
  • Automatic 5% employer contribution to 401K, fully vested in accordance with company policy
  • Paid holidays
  • Transportation assistance, including Marta or parking passes
  • Reimbursement for eligible student loan payments up to $500 monthly ($6,000 annually, with a lifetime cap of $60,000)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


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