Staff Attorney - Family Law

Min 1 yrs required

Full-time

No

Salary: $70,000/year
Job Title: Staff Attorney - Family Law
Experience: At least 1 year of experience practicing family law or equivalent litigation experience
Location: Baltimore City, MD
Organization: House of Ruth Maryland
Department: Legal Clinic
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Education: .

Primary Responsibilities:

- Provide high-quality, trauma-informed representation to survivors of intimate partner violence in protective order and family law cases
- Conduct comprehensive consultations with potential clients
- Provide prompt, compassionate services to clients
- Maintain the Clinic’s client database and systems used for tracking clients’ cases
- Other duties as assigned

Compensation and Benefits:

- Starting salary: $70,000/year
- Training and mentorship
- Medical, dental and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability; life insurance
- 403(b) – includes employer contribution and match
- Paid time off – vacation, personal, sick, paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- And more

Equal Opportunity Employer: House of Ruth Maryland is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

COVID Policy: House of Ruth Maryland's Human Resources department will maintain records of vaccination status, and this will not have any bearing on your employment.

House of Ruth Maryland, a non-profit organization, is seeking a passionate and experienced Staff Attorney - Family Law to join their Legal Clinic in Baltimore City. This full-time position requires a . degree and at least one year of experience practicing family law or equivalent litigation experience. The Staff Attorney will provide legal services to survivors of intimate partner violence, including representation in family law proceedings and related civil cases. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in public interest law and ending domestic violence.

Primary Responsibilities:

- Provide high-quality, trauma-informed representation to survivors of intimate partner violence in protective order and family law cases, including divorce, custody, child support, alimony, and division of marital property.
- Conduct comprehensive consultations with potential clients, including safety planning and referrals to appropriate resources.
- Provide prompt, compassionate services to clients.
- Maintain the Clinic's client database and tracking systems.
- Other duties as assigned.

Compensation and Benefits:

- Starting salary: $70,000/year
- Training and mentorship on working with survivors of intimate partner violence and family law practice.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability; life insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution and match.
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick, and holidays.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- And more.

Equal Opportunity Employer: House of Ruth Maryland is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. They prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

COVID Policy: House of Ruth Maryland's Human Resources department will maintain records of vaccination status, and this will not have any bearing on your employment.

In summary, House of Ruth Maryland is seeking a Staff Attorney - Family Law to join their Legal Clinic in Baltimore City. This full-time position offers a starting salary of $70,000/year and includes benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and more. The ideal candidate will have a . degree and at least one year of experience in family law or equivalent litigation experience. As an equal opportunity employer, House of Ruth Maryland is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Apply now for this rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of survivors of intimate partner violence.

Not specified.

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, Short- and long-term disability, Life insurance, 403(b) with employer contribution and match, Paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, holidays), Employee Assistance Program, and more.

Not specified.

Trauma-informed representation, Legal advice and representation, Case management, Consultation, Interviewing, Safety planning, Lethality assessment, Referrals, Database management, Client tracking, Training, Mentorship, Diversity and Inclusion, Discrimination and Harassment policies, COVID policies.

J.D. Degree

Interested individuals can apply through the House of Ruth Maryland website or by contacting the Human Resources department.

Qualification and Experience J.D. Degree, Admission to Maryland Bar, Minimum 1 year experience in family law or equivalent litigation experience.

Legal