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Maryland Nonprofits

Staff Attorney

Maryland Nonprofits, Silver Spring, Maryland, United States, 20900


STAFF ATTORNEY HEARTLY HOUSE, INC. (“HH”) The mission of Heartly House is to end domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and child abuse, and to provide victims with safety, shelter, and supportive services.

Our legal services are designed to meet a victim’s need for protection, representation, and advocacy including but not limited to, providing answers on navigating the legal system and representation at protective order hearings and family law cases. Note: this is not a remote position. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform legal intakes for clients

requesting legal services; provide brief advice as appropriate. Represent clients seeking protective

orders arising out of, and related to, intimate partner violence, sexual

assault, human trafficking, and/or child abuse. Represent individuals affected by

intimate partner violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and/or child

abuse in domestic family law matters. Develop case theory and legal

strategies. Conduct legal research and draft

pleadings/motions as necessary. Document client interactions and

outcomes in HH’s case management system. Collaborate with other HH direct

service programs and/or Community Partners in the provision of services to

victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. Uphold highest standard of legal

ethics. Adhere to HH philosophy, policies, and

procedures; successfully complete HH training; attend all staff and team

meetings. Other duties as assigned by the

Director of Legal Services. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Juris doctorate from accredited law

school; admitted to practice before the Maryland Bar required. Experience representing clients in protective

order and domestic family law proceedings given priority, with

demonstrated knowledge of principles of civil law, judicial procedures, rules

of evidence, and Maryland Rules of Professional Conduct required. One to three years of experience

preferred; clerkship experience considered. Understanding of trauma-informed

approach to intimate partner violence, sexual assault, human trafficking,

and/or child abuse required. Ability to

use Microsoft 365 and quickly learn new computer databases and

applications required. Self-starter

with ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet regular deadlines in a

fast-paced environment while balancing a full workload. Demonstrated commitment to the mission

of Heartly House. F/T exempt position; salary commensurate with experience ($68,000-$72,000) plus benefits package. Heartly House is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Accordingly, all terms and conditions of employment will be carried out without regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, nationality, marital status, age, or disability.

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