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District of Columbia Courts

Attorney Negotiator - Bilingual/Spanish (Domestic Violence Division)

District of Columbia Courts, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Attorney Negotiator - Bilingual/Spanish (Domestic Violence Division)

The Domestic Violence Division Bilingual Attorney Negotiator reviews cases, interviews litigants, identifies issues, and negotiates issues related to civil protection orders, custody, visitation, financial support, child support and distribution of property, using alternative dispute resolution techniques and skills. The Bilingual Attorney Negotiator reports directly to the Director and assists in the supervision of the Domestic Violence Division.Duties

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:Reviews cases, interviews litigants, identifies legal issues, and negotiates and drafts proposed orders for judicial consideration including: custody, visitation, distribution of property, property damage, counseling, and child supportNegotiates domestic violence issuesReviews calendar to determine cases available for negotiationExplains the impact of laws and statutes pertaining to domestic violence, criminal, civil, and domestic relations issuesConducts legal research and prepares memorandum of lawMonitors and tracks changes in legislation that impact the domestic violence divisionReviews civil and criminal matters related to domestic violence cases to assist judicial officers and other stakeholdersConducts training on domestic violence for employees, judicial officers, outside agencies, schools, and other interest groupsSalary

$117,962 - $153,354/yearConditions of Employment

DC Court Policy 1060.VI. applies to this position.Background and security investigation are required.A probationary period of one (1) year must be successfully completed.Must speak, interpret, read and write English and Spanish fluently.To qualify for this position, the following must be submitted:ResumeCompleted Vacancy QuestionnaireDocumentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of law degree or law school transcript)List of three (3) professional referencesProof of D.C. Bar MembershipAlternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) CertificationAll required documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement.Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

Graduation from an accredited university or college with a law degree, admission to practice law before the Courts of the District of Columbia plus at least three (3) years of Domestic Violence practice with experience in Family Law preferred, and at least one (1) year of experience in Alternative Dispute Resolution (i.e. mediation, arbitration, negotiations, and/or case evaluation). Specific alternative dispute resolution training may substitute for one (1) year of ADR experience.Ability to speak, interpret, read and write Spanish and English fluently is required.Must submit documentation of education (copy of law degree) with your application or your application will not be considered. Must attach active bar identification number at the time your application is submitted.Other Information

This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive Federal civil service. Please note there is a mandatory one year probationary period for all new court employees. All required information must be received by the vacancy announcement closing date.How to Apply

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the vacancy questionnaire. Afterward, click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

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