IFP Lead Attorney

COMMUNITY ACTION STOPS ABUSE Inc; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

COMMUNITY ACTION STOPS ABUSE Inc seeks an IFP Lead Attorney to provide direct legal representation to survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual violence, and stalking in injunction proceedings and related prosecutions.

The role includes supervising IFP project staff, coordinating with courts and law enforcement, and ensuring high-quality victim services while maintaining confidentiality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school required.
• Florida license to practice law in good standing with no prior disciplinary proceedings.
• Experience litigating on behalf of survivors in injunctions and related civil/criminal matters.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and decision-making skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct legal representation to survivors in temporary and final injunction proceedings and prosecutions for violations.
• Assess survivors’ needs and refer to supportive services for access to victim services.
• Conduct outreach with courts, law enforcement, and community partners to expand access to legal services.
• Supervise IFP project staff and ensure quality, compliance, and program outcomes.
• Oversee VOCA-funded program activities and ensure contract and policy alignment.
• Complete required reporting and participate in grant-related calls and coordination.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Tools

Florida Bar licensure

Job description

Description

POSITION TITLE: IFP Lead Attorney

REPORTS TO

Chief Justice Officer

Major & Essential Functions: Provide direct legal representation to survivors of domestic, dating, and sexual violence and stalking in temporary, final and other injunction for protection proceeding and civil prosecution of violations of injunctions. Accept referrals of 1) survivors seeking temporary injunctions, and after determining that seeking an injunction is a safe and appropriate legal remedy, will complete and file the ex parte petition for injunction and represent the survivor at the final injunction hearing; 2) survivors who have obtained a temporary injunction on their own and need representation at the hearing on the final injunction; 3) survivors who have a final injunction for protection and the respondent has violated the injunction; 4) survivors who need legal assistance to oppose a motion to dismiss the injunction and similar types of injunction representation. Manage a staff of IFP Project Attorneys and IFP Project Paralegal(s).

FLSA STATUS: Exempt; Full-Time

Work Environment Expectations

This position operates within a shared professional office environment and regularly requires travel to court, partner agencies, and other off-site locations in support of legal services. The role involves a combination of office-based work and active participation in court proceedings, requiring flexibility, mobility, and frequent interaction with staff, clients, and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct legal representation to survivors of domestic, dating, and sexual violence and stalking in temporary and final injunction proceedings and prosecution of violations.
• Assess survivors’ needs and provide appropriate referrals to supportive services to ensure access to comprehensive victim services.
• Conduct outreach with courts, law enforcement, and community partners to strengthen referral pathways and expand access to legal services for survivors.
• Provide supervision and coaching to staff delivering VOCA-funded victim services to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance.
• Oversee daily performance of victim service delivery and program outcomes, ensuring alignment with established standards and schedules.
• Oversee and manage VOCA-funded IFP program activities to ensure compliance with organizational policies, contract requirements, and applicable standards.
• Complete required DCF reporting, participate in grant-related calls, and ensure accurate tracking of program deliverables.
• Schedule and facilitate team meetings, trainings, and coordination activities in support of victim service delivery.
• Perform administrative responsibilities including training participation, maintaining confidentiality, and other duties as assigned in support of VOCA-funded victim services.

General Duties

• Understand & abide by CASA’s Confidentiality Policy at all times.
• Understand and abide by all CASA’s Policies and Procedures at all times.
• Demonstrate a commitment to treat residents, volunteers, and co-workers in a respectful manner at all times.
• Attend and participate in CASA staff meetings, required trainings, and special projects designated by supervisor.
• Attend and participate in ongoing training opportunities.
• Assist with training and supervision of volunteers/interns.??
• Complete special projects and presentations as requested.
• Keep supervisor informed of successes, barriers, concerns, and performance issues.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Professional Standards

• Understand & abide by CASA’s Confidentiality Policy at all times.
• Understand and abide by all CASA’s Policies and Procedures at all times.
• Demonstrate a commitment to treat residents, volunteers, and co-workers in a respectful manner at all times.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree required from an accredited law school and two (2) years of litigation experience, preferably representing survivors of domestic, dating, and sexual violence and stalking injunction for protection proceedings and other civil legal matters or prosecuting batterers in criminal proceedings.
• Providing direct legal representations while a law student in a supervised law school legal clinic or internship may be included as litigation experience.
• Florida licensed attorney in good standing with no prior Florida Bar disciplinary proceedings that resulted in the imposition of any penalty.
• Experience managing and directing staff.
• Must have a good understanding of the dynamics of intimate partner violence and the heightened safety risks faced by survivors seeking to leave or end the abusive relation by filing for an injunction for protection.
• Must possess highly developed interpersonal skills, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and be able to make appropriate decisions relating to providing effective legal representation with minimal supervision.
• Possess a valid Florida driver’s license and good driving record, meeting the requirements of CASA insurer.
• Posses the ability to function independently and work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Be willing to submit to a criminal background check.
• All positions are considered essential and as such may be required to be available to remain onsite and/or required to assist during emergencies and other critical times.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule that may include weekend and evening hours

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer.

https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person