Injunction for Protection (IFP) Attorney

CASA Pinellas; Saint Petersburg (FL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CASA Pinellas is seeking an attorney to provide direct legal representation to survivors of domestic, dating, and sexual violence in temporary and final injunctions and related civil proceedings. The role requires advocacy, collaboration with courts and partner agencies, and comprehensive survivor support.

Qualified candidates hold a Juris Doctor and a Florida license in good standing, with at least two years of litigation experience.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree required from an accredited law school with bar admission in good standing.
• Two years of litigation experience; preferred representation of survivors of domestic, dating and sexual violence and stalking injunctions.
• Florida licensed attorney in good standing with no disciplinary actions.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct legal representation to survivors in injunction proceedings and civil prosecutions.
• Assess survivors’ needs and provide referrals to supportive services.
• Develop referral protocols with courts, law enforcement, and partners to expand access to services.
• Complete monthly reports to support grant monitoring and project deliverables.
• Participate in trainings and meetings to maintain compliance and effective service delivery.

Skills

Litigation experience

Survivor-centered advocacy

Court appearances

Interpersonal skills

Legal research

Driving license

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Hybrid Option

1 day work from home/4 days in office (dependent on court schedule and funder deliverables)

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.

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.

VOCA Position Responsibilities

100%

% of Time Spent on Task

• Provide direct legal representation to survivors of domestic, dating, and sexual violence and stalking in temporary and final injunction proceedings and prosecution of violations. 50%
• Assess survivors’ needs and provide appropriate referrals to supportive services to ensure access to comprehensive victim services. 15%
• Conduct outreach with courts, law enforcement, and community partners to develop referral protocols and expand access to legal services for survivors seeking injunctions for protection. 15%
• Complete monthly and other required reports to support DCF monitoring, grant compliance, and project deliverables. 10%
• Participate in DCF quarterly calls and IFP Project training events to maintain compliance and support effective victim service delivery. 5%
• Participate in required training, staff meetings, and perform administrative duties in support of VOCA-funded victim services. 5%

General Duties

• 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 laws school and two (2) years of litigation experience, preferable 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.
• Provided 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.
• 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.