Trauma-Informed Civil Staff Attorney for Survivors

Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Your Safe Haven, Inc. is seeking a full-time CLR Staff Attorney to provide civil legal representation to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in Pennsylvania. This role involves independent legal representation, court representation, and maintaining confidentiality. The ideal candidate is a licensed attorney with knowledge of civil legal issues affecting DV/SA survivors and a commitment to trauma-informed practices. The position offers a competitive salary of $55,000 – 60,000 and emphasizes professional independence and community collaboration.

Qualifications

• Reliance on strong documentation and file management skills.
• Clear commitment to trauma-informed and survivor-centered practices.
• Familiarity with procedures related to domestic violence and sexual assault.

Responsibilities

• Provide civil legal representation to survivors of domestic violence.
• Conduct legal research and case management.
• Maintain strong confidentiality controls.

Skills

Knowledge of civil legal issues affecting DV/SA survivors

Strong documentation and file management skills

Commitment to trauma-informed, survivor-centered practice

Ability to work within a community-based victim services

Familiarity with immigration relief options

Experience in systems advocacy

Education

Licensed attorney admitted to practice in Pennsylvania

Job description

Your Safe Haven, Inc. is seeking a full-time CLR Staff Attorney to provide civil legal representation to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in Pennsylvania. This role involves independent legal representation, court representation, and maintaining confidentiality. The ideal candidate is a licensed attorney with knowledge of civil legal issues affecting DV/SA survivors and a commitment to trauma-informed practices. The position offers a competitive salary of $55,000 – 60,000 and emphasizes professional independence and community collaboration.