Staff Attorney (Family Law)

Job Title: Staff Attorney (Family Law)Location: Los Angeles, CA area (On-site)Reports to: Director of Legal ServicesSupervise: Social worker(s), visitation monitor(s), paralegal(s)Status: ExemptPrimary Responsibilities Include:Represent previously incarcerated parents in filing or responding to Requests for Order in Family Court in order to pursue additional physical or legal custody rights and/or to liberalize visitation rights.Represent previously incarcerated parents in filing Petitions to Terminate Guardianship in Probate Court.Advise previously incarcerated parents regarding complying with Juvenile Closing Orders and represent them in modifying the orders in Family Court.Represent previously incarcerated parents in Domestic Violence Restraining Order disputes with child custody/visitation implications.Conduct client interviews, collect evidence, develop materials related to cases, and represent clients at court hearings and negotiations.Assist in coordinating social services and visitation monitoring to equip previously incarcerated parents for success in Family, Probate, and Children’s Court and child welfare investigations.Provide in-person legal consultations at ANWOL’s monthly reentry legal clinics at DOORS.Assist in drafting a legal manual and prepare a CLE training for use in engaging volunteer attorneys and law students in our work.Qualifications:J.D. and admission to the California bar.Up to 3 years of litigation experience.Understanding of the population to be served.Ability to maintain accurate and organized records.Strong case management skills.Self-motivated and able to set priorities and manage a variety of tasks.Ability to work some weekends and evenings for special events and legal clinics.Regular access to a personal vehicle; some travel to local courts required.Compensation and Benefits:

ANWOL offers competitive salary based on experience. The salary range for this position is $85,000 to $100,000. Compensation includes medical, dental and vision insurance benefits, life insurance, and 403(b) retirement plan.Formerly incarcerated individuals or those impacted by the criminal justice or child welfare systems are encouraged to apply by sending a cover letter and resume to: careers@anewwayoflife.org.

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