Senior Staff Attorney, Matrimonial/Economic Justice Project

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title
Senior Staff Attorney, Matrimonial/Economic Justice Project
Experience
Minimum of 5 years legal experience, preferably in the public interest sector, and with past family and matrimonial law experience
Requirements
. and Admission to the New York State Bar
Ability to handle all aspects of complex matrimonial matters
Experience working in the gender violence field
Ability to be self-motivated, work independently, work collaboratively, problem-solve, prioritize and multitask
Ability to effectively mentor direct reports and collaborate with all staff
Knowledge of gender-based oppression and a strong motivation for social change against gender-based violence
Ability to cooperate well with diverse people and institutions
Excellent oral advocacy, public speaking, communication, research, and writing skills
Excellent problem solving, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills
Excellent organizational skills, initiative and attention to detail
Strong computer skills
Proficiency in LexisNexis Legal Research, Salesforce, Microsoft Office suite
Spanish fluency strongly preferred
Supervisory experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive legal services to clients who are victims of gender-based violence
- Represent victims of domestic violence in Family and Supreme Court
- Recruit, mentor, train, and supervise attorneys, law students, pro bono attorneys and volunteers
- Develop and conduct trainings in the area of matrimonial law and gender violence
- Coordinate the Uncontested Divorce Clinic and Publication Divorce Clinic
- Supervise law students and pro bono attorneys in uncontested, publication, and contested divorces
- Collaborate with other domestic violence advocates
- Build relationships/partnerships with law firms, law schools, community based organizations, and other agencies
- Represent Sanctuary for Families on task forces and advocacy committees
- Advocate for clients in legal and non-legal forums
- Attend and participate in conferences and meetings to stay updated on developments in the legal field
- Handle a caseload of family and matrimonial matters
- Facilitate clients' access to resources
- Track client cases through Salesforce
- Perform related duties or special projects as directed

Benefits
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Employer retirement contribution
- Paid time off
- Flex spending account
- Student loan assistance
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Gym reimbursement program
- Wellness program and initiatives

H1 Heading: Sanctuary for Families is hiring a Senior Staff Attorney for their Matrimonial/Economic Justice Project
H2 Heading: Join our team and make a difference in the lives of survivors of gender-based violence

Sanctuary for Families, a leading service provider and advocate for survivors of domestic violence, is seeking a Senior Staff Attorney for their Matrimonial/Economic Justice Project. This role offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive legal services to victims of gender-based violence and work towards ending gender violence through direct services, outreach and training, and systems-change advocacy.

The Senior Staff Attorney will handle uncontested and contested matrimonial and family court actions, mentor and supervise attorneys and volunteers, and collaborate with other domestic violence advocates. This role also involves developing and conducting trainings, building relationships with partner organizations, and representing Sanctuary for Families on task forces and committees.

The ideal candidate will have a . and admission to the New York State Bar, a minimum of 5 years legal experience (preferably in the public interest sector), and past experience in family and matrimonial law. They should also have a strong understanding of gender-based oppression and a motivation for social change against gender-based violence.

Sanctuary for Families offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 - $90,000 annually, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a gym reimbursement program. This is currently a hybrid work position with obligations to meet job location schedules.

H2 Heading: Responsibilities of the Senior Staff Attorney

- Provide comprehensive legal services to victims of gender-based violence
- Represent clients in Family and Supreme Court for issues such as child support, orders of protection, custody, and visitation
- Recruit, mentor, train, and supervise attorneys, law students, pro bono attorneys, and volunteers
- Develop and conduct trainings in the areas of matrimonial law and gender violence
- Coordinate the Uncontested Divorce Clinic and Publication Divorce Clinic
- Supervise law students and pro bono attorneys in uncontested, publication, and contested divorces
- Collaborate with other domestic violence advocates and build relationships with partner organizations
- Represent Sanctuary for Families on task forces and advocacy committees
- Advocate for clients in legal and non-legal forums
- Attend and participate in conferences and meetings to stay updated on developments in the legal field
- Handle a caseload of family and matrimonial matters
- Facilitate clients' access to resources
- Track client cases through Salesforce
- Perform related duties or special projects as directed

H2 Heading: Requirements for the Senior Staff Attorney

- . and admission to the New York State Bar
- Minimum of 5 years legal experience, preferably in the public interest sector, and with past family and matrimonial law experience
- Ability to handle all aspects of complex matrimonial matters
- Experience working in the gender violence field
- Ability to be self-motivated, work independently, work collaboratively, problem-solve, prioritize, and multitask
- Ability to effectively mentor direct reports and collaborate with all staff
- Knowledge of gender-based oppression and a strong motivation for social change against gender-based violence
- Ability to cooperate well with diverse people and institutions
- Excellent oral advocacy, public speaking, communication, research, and writing skills
- Excellent problem solving, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills
- Excellent organizational skills, initiative, and attention to detail
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in LexisNexis Legal Research,

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