Staff Attorney - Survivor Advocacy (Hybrid/Remote)

Texas Advocacy Project; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-Covered Health coverage (zero

Health coverage

Retirement plan with employer match

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

LRAP assistance

Malpractice insurance covered

State Bar dues covered

Continuing Legal Education expenses

Paid vacation days

Sick leave

Observed holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Pet insurance

Job summary

Texas Advocacy Project is seeking a Staff Attorney to provide comprehensive legal services for survivors of domestic and dating violence, child abuse, sexual assault, human trafficking, and stalking. The role includes legal advice, referrals, order drafting, and direct representation in civil matters.

The position is hybrid if in the Austin area and remote for other Texas locations, with travel across the state.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in Texas
• Some litigation experience in family, civil, and/or criminal law; working knowledge of Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, Texas Family Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, and Texas Penal Code
• Ability to assist clients with legal issues relating to all areas of civil law as it pertains to domestic violence and sexual assault
• Must be able to provide information to clients in crisis and be able to help individuals in a compassionate and respectful manner
• Must have strong verbal and writing skills
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable means of transportation
• Must be able to travel across the state
• Must have familiarity with databases and the Microsoft Suite
• Proficiency in spoken and written Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide a range of legal services to victims of domestic and dating violence, child abuse, sexual assault, human trafficking, and stalking, including legal assistance, referrals, compensation support, representation, and self-help guidance
• Offer legal advice, counsel, and referrals through TAP’s legal phone lines
• Obtain protective orders and other court orders to enhance client safety and prevent re-victimization
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Strong writing ability

Compassionate client service

Able to travel across Texas

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Legal databases

Job description

Texas Advocacy Project is seeking a Staff Attorney to provide comprehensive legal services for survivors of domestic and dating violence, child abuse, sexual assault, human trafficking, and stalking. The role includes legal advice, referrals, order drafting, and direct representation in civil matters.

The position is hybrid if in the Austin area and remote for other Texas locations, with travel across the state.