Family Law Staff Attorney

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64 New York Ave NE
Suite 180
Washington, DC 20002
United States
Organization information
Organization name: 
Neighborhood Legal Services Program (NLSP)
Street address: 
64 New York Ave NE Suite 180
City: 
Washington
State: 
District of Columbia
ZIP: 
20002
Organization URL: 
http://www.NLSP.org
Job type: 
Legal - Civil
Position Description: 

Neighborhood Legal Services Program (NLSP) is a private, non-profit law firm that provides vigorous, high quality civil legal services to low-income residents of the District of Columbia. NLSP has a long tradition of fighting for justice for the poor, combining direct representation to protect essential rights and opportunities for low-income individuals and families with efforts to achieve broad-based change. Its three offices are located in the poorest sections of the District, to maximize its visibility, accessibility and connections to the communities it serves.

DESCRIPTION

NLSP seeks to hire a full-time Staff Attorney with at least two years of family law experience and knowledge of family law practice in the District of Columbia.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain an active caseload of family law matters (e.g., child custody, child support, divorce, and domestic violence) as supported by NLSP case acceptance priorities as well as community needs.
• Develop and coordinate community education and outreach.
• Foster partnerships with community organizations that serve low-income residents of the District of Columbia.
• Actively participate as a member of the NLSP team, including but not limited to participation in cross-practice advocacy, activities, and professional development opportunities.
• Adhere to program and case-handling policies, procedures and standards of practice, as well as the highest professional ethical standards.

BENEFITS

• Generous Benefits Package
• Paid Vacation/Personal Leave

REPORTS TO

• Managing Attorney of the Family Law Unit

Requirements: 

• JD, Member in good standing of the DC Bar or Pending application for admission to the DC Bar
• Two years of family law experience, including some litigation
(*May include clinical experience or judicial clerkship)
• Familiarity with DC, including its government, courts, and the Bar
• Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income persons/ communities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Cultural competence
• Enthusiastic team player

To apply: 

Submit letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to: [email protected]
The position will remain open until filled; however, interested applicants are encouraged to submit applications by July 23, 2017.

Notes: 
NLSP HIRING POLICY Neighborhood Legal Services Program (“NLSP”) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated diversity in its staff. It is the policy of NLSP that no employee or applicant for employment or services will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, family responsibilities or family status, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by law, including the D.C. Human Rights Act and Language Access Act. NLSP thrives on diversity and strongly encourages women, persons of color, LGBTQ individuals, veterans, persons with disabilities, returning citizens, and persons from other underrepresented groups to apply.
Salary range: 
Commensurate w/ Experience
Submission deadline: 
Monday, July 23, 2018

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