FAMILY ATTORNEY

Full-time

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Family Attorney Positions Available in Connecticut

JOB TITLE: Family Attorney
H1: Join Our Team as a Family Attorney in Connecticut
H2: Advocate for Low-Income Communities and Survivors of Domestic Violence

ORGANIZATION: Connecticut Legal Services, Inc. (CLS)

SUMMARY:
- CLS is seeking skilled and dedicated attorneys to fill six staff attorney positions in the Family Unit
- These positions will provide legal advocacy for domestic violence survivors seeking restraining orders in Waterbury, Willimantic, Bridgeport, and Stamford's family court
- Attorneys will maintain an active caseload, conduct community outreach, and collaborate with social service agencies
- Applicants must have a deep commitment to advocacy for low-income and marginalized communities and be admitted to the Connecticut bar

RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain an active caseload of representation and advice cases
- Appear regularly in court and/or administrative hearings
- Conduct community outreach remotely and in-person
- Coordinate with social service agencies
- Identify larger trends and issues for clients and develop strategies to address them

QUALIFICATIONS:
- Demonstrated commitment to advocacy for low-income and marginalized communities
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work independently
- Creativity and flexibility in problem-solving
- Admitted to the Connecticut bar
- Experience in or connections to low-income communities and communities of color
- Knowledge of relevant law and courtroom practice in family law

START DATE: As soon as possible

SALARY: $61,362-$120,584, depending on experience; excellent vacation/leave, health, and other benefits

APPLICATION:
- Send cover letter, resume, 3-7 page original writing sample, and three references to
- Include a statement in cover letter about how your unique background and experiences contribute to diversity and cultural vitality
- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until position is filled
- In subject line of email, include name and "Family Attorney Application"

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
- CLS is Connecticut's largest non-profit law firm, providing free legal help to low-income people in various areas of law
- Staff of 75 in seven offices across Connecticut
- Fights for equal justice and improved life opportunities for over 12,000 people every year
- Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

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Excellent vacation/leave, health, and other benefits

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Legal advocacy, community outreach, collaboration, problem-solving, knowledge of relevant law

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Send cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references to with subject line "Family Attorney Application"

Qualification and Experience Connecticut bar admission or ability to be sworn in

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