Staff Attorney

Steadfast Employment; Houma (LA); Ibrido; USD 80.000 - 88.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Employer-matched retirement plan

Descrizione del lavoro

Steadfast Employment is seeking a Staff Attorney in Louisiana to provide civil legal advice and representation to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. You will help clients obtain legal protections and address family and housing matters affecting safety.

The role involves handling protective orders, custody, divorce, and housing issues, with pleadings, court appearances, and negotiations.

Competenze

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active Louisiana law license in good standing.
• 1–3 years of legal experience preferred.
• Experience with survivors of violence and family law is preferred.

Mansioni

• Represent clients in protective order, custody, divorce, and housing matters.
• Prepare pleadings and appear at court hearings, mediations, and negotiations.
• Provide legal counsel and advocacy to clients throughout the legal process.
• Coordinate with advocates on safety planning and client support services.
• Maintain accurate case files, legal records, and grant documentation.
• Participate in community outreach, public education, and legal awareness initiatives.
• Collaborate with community partners and service providers to support client needs.

Conoscenze

Law license (Louisiana)

Written & oral communication

Caseload management

Family law experience

Civil legal services experience

Compassionate client advocacy

Formazione

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Descrizione del lavoro

Staff Attorney Salary: $80,000 - $88,000 annually

We are seeking a dedicated Staff Attorney to provide civil legal advice and representation to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. This position plays a critical role in helping survivors obtain legal protections and address family and housing matters that impact their safety and long-term stability.

Primary Responsibilities

• Represent clients in protective order, custody, divorce, and housing matters.
• Prepare pleadings and appear at court hearings, mediations, and negotiations.
• Provide legal counsel and advocacy to clients throughout the legal process.
• Coordinate with advocates on safety planning and client support services.
• Maintain accurate case files, legal records, and grant documentation.
• Participate in community outreach, public education, and legal awareness initiatives.
• Collaborate with community partners and service providers to support client needs.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Louisiana law license in good standing.
• 1-3 years of legal experience preferred.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload while maintaining attention to detail.
• Experience in family law, civil legal services, and/or work with survivors of violence is preferred.
• Commitment to serving vulnerable populations with compassion and professionalism.

Compensation & Work Arrangement

Annual salary: $80,000 - $88,000

Flexible work arrangements including in-person, hybrid, and off-site work, as required for court appearances and client representation.

Comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Employer-matched retirement plan