Staff Attorney — Victim Rights & Hotline Advocacy

Texas Legal Services Center; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Legal Services Center’s Crime Victims Program seeks an attorney to provide trauma-informed legal services to crime victims, including advice, referrals, and representation in court and administrative proceedings.

The role requires JD, Texas bar licensure, and experience with victims of crime; frequent travel outside Austin is expected as part of statewide outreach and collaboration with LASSA partners.

Qualifications

• JD degree and Texas bar license required.
• Minimum experience assisting crime victims in a legal setting preferred.
• Spanish language skills a plus.
• Experience with public outreach and trainings is advantageous.
• Trauma-informed, client-centered approach is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice, assistance, referrals and representation to eligible clients in court hearings and administrative proceedings.
• Conduct intake interviews, confirm eligibility, check conflicts, and address client legal problems.
• Perform research, analysis, draft and file legal documents and communicate with third parties.
• Cultivate relationships with partners and network agencies statewide.
• Lead or assist with statewide education efforts and trainings for law enforcement and volunteers.
• Travel frequently outside Austin to address client issues and partner matters.
• Assist clients with SAVNS applications and Crime Victims’ Compensation.
• Provide information and referrals; maintain orderly files and TLSC reporting data.
• Execute special projects as assigned.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Organization

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Travel

Trauma-informed care

LegalServer

Adobe

MS Office

Education

J.D. Degree

Texas bar licensure

Experience assisting crime victims

Public speaking experience

Spanish language skills a plus

Tools

LegalServer

Adobe

MS Office

Job description

Texas Legal Services Center’s Crime Victims Program seeks an attorney to provide trauma-informed legal services to crime victims, including advice, referrals, and representation in court and administrative proceedings.

The role requires JD, Texas bar licensure, and experience with victims of crime; frequent travel outside Austin is expected as part of statewide outreach and collaboration with LASSA partners.