Senior Supervising Attorney, Families Together (DC)

Children's Law Center; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 82.000 - 102.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Sign-on bonus for Spanish proficiency

Hybrid work schedule

Zusammenfassung

Children’s Law Center, based in Washington, DC, seeks a Families Together Supervising Attorney to lead supervision, training and professional development for staff attorneys and volunteers. The role supports high-quality, trauma-informed representation for children and families.

The ideal candidate holds a JD and DC Bar eligibility, with experience supervising in family law or related legal services, and a willingness to work in a bilingual, inclusive environment.

Qualifikationen

• JD and D.C. Bar membership or immediate eligibility for admission without examination.
• Two years of supervisory attorney experience in a legal services or relevant setting.
• Fluent in English; Spanish language ability preferred.
• Strong litigation, legal analysis, writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Commitment to fostering inclusivity, equity and humility with clients.

Aufgaben

• Provide supervision and mentorship to staff attorneys and volunteer pro bono attorneys.
• Attend hearings, review pleadings and assist with trial preparation.
• Ensure high-quality, trauma-informed and culturally humble representation.
• Lead Families Together program activities and trainings; collaborate with program leadership.

Jobbeschreibung

Children’s Law Center, based in Washington, DC, seeks a Families Together Supervising Attorney to lead supervision, training and professional development for staff attorneys and volunteers. The role supports high-quality, trauma-informed representation for children and families.

The ideal candidate holds a JD and DC Bar eligibility, with experience supervising in family law or related legal services, and a willingness to work in a bilingual, inclusive environment.