Attorney - Domestic Violence Victim Advocacy

Domestic Violence Center Of Chester County; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Domestic Violence Center Of Chester County seeks a PA licensed and PA barred attorney to provide legal representation and advocacy for domestic violence survivors at the Chester County Justice Center in West Chester, PA.

This full-time, in-person role requires confidentiality, collaboration with the DA’s Office/Family Court Administration, and dedication to delivering comprehensive legal services for survivors.

Qualifications

• PA licensed attorney and PA barred attorney.
• Confidential handling of client information and documents.
• Ability to represent domestic violence survivors in court and advocacy settings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strict confidentiality of all client information and disclosures.
• Assist survivors with Temporary and Final Protection from Abuse orders and emergency custody hearings.
• Advocate for clients and coordinate with law enforcement and court systems.
• Provide victim advocacy and accompaniment to law enforcement as needed.
• Ensure legal services meet the needs of domestic violence survivors.
• Coordinate referrals with the District Attorney’s Office and Family Court Administration.
• Collaborate with Director of Legal Services and other staff to provide services at Chester County Justice Center.
• Prepare progress and data reports related to legal services.
• Maintain PA law license and complete required CLE credits.

Skills

Trauma-informed approach

Legal pleadings writing

Civil, criminal & family court systems

Work under pressure

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Domestic Violence Center Of Chester County seeks a PA licensed and PA barred attorney to provide legal representation and advocacy for domestic violence survivors at the Chester County Justice Center in West Chester, PA.

This full-time, in-person role requires confidentiality, collaboration with the DA’s Office/Family Court Administration, and dedication to delivering comprehensive legal services for survivors.