Victim Rights Attorney

Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (employer paid)

Loan repayment assistance

403B match

Parental leave (12 weeks)

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Relocation benefits

Job summary

Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada seeks a full-time Staff Attorney to advocate for survivors of violent crime with trauma-informed, zealous representation. The attorney will handle civil matters, including enforcing rights under Marcy’s Law, protection orders, and housing issues, with emphasis on survivors of trafficking and related civil concerns.

The role is housed at the Resiliency & Justice Center and offers training, supervision, and professional development in civil litigation and

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in any US jurisdiction or eligible for Nevada licensure.
• Experience in civil rights or victims’ rights preferred.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.
• Ability to work with survivors of trauma and provide compassionate advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct legal representation to survivors in civil matters, including enforcement of rights under Marcy’s Law.
• Advocate on protection orders against stalking, landlord interventions, and other civil issues for survivors of violent crime.
• Provide specialized assistance to survivors of human trafficking in relevant matters.
• Participate in outreach to connect survivors with legal services and educate the community about victims’ rights.

Skills

Trauma-informed advocacy

Public interest law

Spanish language

Interpersonal skills

Cultural humility

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada seeks a full-time Staff Attorney to provide compassionate, trauma-informed, and zealous advocacy for survivors of violent crime. This position is ideal for an attorney committed to public interest law and serving individuals and families impacted by crime.

The Victims’ Rights Attorney will provide direct legal representation to survivors in a variety of civil legal matters, including enforcing their rights under Marcy’s law, protection orders against stalking, intervention with landlords, and other civil legal needs commonly faced by survivors of violent crime. The attorney will also provide specialized assistance to survivors of human trafficking in matters such as vacatur/record sealing and credit and consumer issues, debt collection, and other civil issues. The attorney will also participate in outreach efforts to connect survivors with legal assistance and to educate the community about victims’ rights and available legal remedies.

The position is housed at Legal Aid Center’s Resiliency & Justice Center, and is part of a multidisciplinary team supporting survivors of violent crime. This role offers meaningful training, supervision, and professional development in trauma-informed advocacy, civil litigation, and victims’ rights law.

Preferred Experience and Skills

The ideal candidate is committed to public interest law, social justice, and community service, with a strong desire to advocate for survivors of violent crime. Applicants may be newly licensed or have limited prior legal experience; relevant internships, clinics, or volunteer work are valued. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural humility, and the ability to work effectively with clients who have experienced trauma are essential. Spanish language skills are a plus.

Applicants must be licensed and in good standing in any United States jurisdiction or eligible for licensure in Nevada. Attorneys relocating to Nevada may be eligible for special licensing to provide legal services through Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada.

Salary and Benefits

Starting Salary range is $75,000 to $100,000 depending on experience, with annual increases available. Our excellent benefits start on date of hire and include:

• 100% employer paid health insurance for an employee, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents up to 26 years old,
• Loan repayment assistance which usually pays the entire student loan payment,
• 403B match dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of an employee’s salary after 12 months of employment,
• 12 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of employment,
• Generous paid time off policy,
• Flex work options, and
• Reasonable relocation benefits.

About Legal Aid Center

Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is a dynamic, progressive, non-profit law firm providing high-quality representation to the most underserved members of the Southern Nevada community. During its 65 years of service, Legal Aid Center has protected and advanced the rights of survivors of domestic violence, tenants facing eviction and homelessness, adults with disabilities and the elderly facing abuse and exploitation, consumers victimized by fraudulent and deceptive business practices, children who have experienced abuse and neglect, and many others, giving them a voice in court and a chance to regain control over their lives. Legal Aid Center is the most diverse law firm in Nevada staffed with compassionate and devoted employees who together create a collaborative and supportive work environment devoted to protecting the rights of its clients. Please visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select careers for current opportunities.

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Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer