ABOUT USSanctuary for Families is New York's leading service provider and advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking and related forms of gender violence. Every year, Sanctuary empowers thousands of adults and children to move from fear and abuse to safety and stability, transforming lives through a comprehensive range of services. We provide a range of wrap-around services to help survivors rebuild their lives in the aftermath of abuse, and work to end gender violence through three key strategies: direct services, outreach and training, and systems-change advocacy. Our services are available in 12 locations throughout New York City.POSITION OVERVIEWTheCourtroom Advocates Project (CAP)seeks a motivated individual who is committed to supporting victims of domestic violence and dedicated to achieving justice for women. The CAPStaff Attorneytrains and supervises law student advocates who assist domestic violence victims seeking orders of protection in Family Court. The attorney provides comprehensive, compassionate, holistic legal services to victims of gender-based violence through direct representation, community education and outreach, and policy and systems-change advocacy.RESPONSIBILITIESSupports training of law students each semester and summer associates each summer who advocate for petitioners seeking orders of protection in Family CourtRepresents victims of domestic violence in Family and Supreme Court and in the Integrated Domestic Violence Court (IDVC) in cases including: orders of protection, custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, and matrimonial mattersMentors and trains law students, interns and volunteersAdvocates for clients in legal and non-legal forums outside of their family law cases, including housing, public benefits, and the criminal justice systemConducts recruiting presentations at law firmsCollaborates with clinicians, attorneys, and other advocates in and outside of the agency to secure best results for clientsCollaborates with the Family Justice CentersEffects policy initiatives and systems changes that benefit domestic violence victimsParticipates in the LCADV Working Groups in the Family Court and the Integrated Domestic Violence CourtTrains law students, pro bono attorneys, community advocates, and others in family law and other related topicsTrains law students, pro bono attorneys, social service providers, health care professionals and community-based organizations on domestic violence and the legal needs of victimsMaintains statistics relating to client services for grant-reporting purposesFacilitates clients' access to intra-agency and outside resources; administers provision of direct financial assistance and donations to clientsRepresents the legal center on inter-departmental task forces and committeesRepresents Sanctuary for Families at community eventsAttends trainings on relevant legal issuesPerforms any other department or agency-related duties or special projects as directed by supervisorJ.D. degreeAdmission to the NY BarComfortable speaking in publicStrong verbal/written communication skillsFluency in an additional community language preferred.Strong writing, research, and analytical skills; strong communication and group leadership skillsExperience working with domestic violence, trauma survivors or low-income immigrant clientsSensitive to issues of cultural, ethnic, and racial diversity with strong lawyering, advocacy, and leadership skills, to provide zealous, knowledgeable, and empathic legal advocacy to domestic violence victimsKnowledge of the dynamics of gender-based oppression and a strong motivation to combat gender-based violenceAbility to multi-task and balance complicated casesAbility to work independently and under pressureBudgeted Salary: $78,975 - $91,688 per year; commensurate with relevant experience, based on a Step wage scale pursuant to terms of collective bargaining agreementPosition is Full-time - Standard 35hrs/wk, SalariedExemptWork schedule is currently Hybrid; must be able to meet job location schedule obligationBenefits:Health, Dental and Vision InsuranceEmployer-paid life insuranceEmployer retirement contributionPaid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, Sick)Generous Leave PolicyFlexible spending account / Health savings accountStudent loan assistanceTuition reimbursement programGym reimbursement programWellness program and rewards Sanctuary for Families is a welcoming workplace. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status or domestic violence victim status, and other categories protected under Federal, New York state or New York city laws. Survivors of gender-based violence are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Staff Attorney