Staff Attorney: Survivor Re-Entry & Protective Orders

LEGAL AID OF WEST VIRGINIA INC

Huntington (WV)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Legal Aid of West Virginia Inc. seeks a Survivor Re-entry Attorney to provide direct legal services to survivors recently released from prison and participating in post-conviction supervision and re-entry programs.

The role focuses on protective orders, family law, housing, expungement, and license reinstatement within WV law and practice areas for survivors. The attorney will work in Cabell, Clay, Boone, Kanawha, Lincoln, Mason, Putnam and Wayne counties, collaborating with partners to

Qualifications

Demonstrable commitment to understanding and addressing issues of low-income constituents.
Must have a J.D. and be admitted to practice in West Virginia and in good standing, or eligible under Rule 9 if admitted elsewhere.
Must be able to use LAWV case management software and other office technologies.
Able to balance administrative responsibilities with client advocacy.

Responsibilities

Provide direct legal services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and dating violence who are under post-conviction supervision and re-entry.
Assist survivors in re-entry with protective orders, family law, housing, public benefits, expungement, and driver's license reinstatement.
Provide services in Cabell, Clay, Boone, Kanawha, Lincoln, Mason, Putnam, and Wayne counties.
Collaborate with partners to implement the project and conduct community training.