Attorney

Full-time

No

Organization: House of Ruth Maryland
Job Title: Staff Attorney - Protective Order Advocacy and Representation Project
Location: Baltimore County District Court, Catonsville
Department: Legal
Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular
Level of Education: JD
Shift: Days

Why Work at House of Ruth Maryland?
- Ability to expand knowledge and promote change
- Work with career-oriented individuals
- Foster an environment of mutual respect and curiosity
- Endless opportunities for personal and professional growth

Position Summary:
The House of Ruth Maryland Domestic Violence Legal Clinic is seeking a passionate and dedicated Staff Attorney to provide free legal services to survivors of intimate partner violence. This entry-level position offers extensive training in Maryland's protective order statute, family law issues, and trial skills and technique.

Position Description:
The Staff Attorney will advise and represent survivors of intimate partner violence in protective order proceedings in Maryland's District and circuit courts. They will also handle related matters such as contempt, modification, extension, and shielding hearings. This role will be based at the Clinic's offices located in the Baltimore County and Baltimore City courthouses, allowing for immediate legal intervention and connections to courthouse personnel.

Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality, trauma-informed representation to survivors of intimate partner violence
- Conduct comprehensive consultations with potential clients
- Provide prompt and compassionate services to clients on a walk-in basis and via phone
- Maintain client database and case tracking systems
- Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:
- . from an accredited law school
- Admitted to practice and in good standing with the Bar of Maryland
- Demonstrated commitment to ending domestic violence
- Successful background check

Compensation and Benefits:
- Starting salary: $70,000/year
- Classroom and experiential training in domestic violence law, trial skills and technique, and basic family law
- 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 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:
Human Resources will maintain records of vaccination status, and this will not have any bearing on your employment.

Benefits:
House of Ruth Maryland offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, sick leave, 403(b) retirement plan, and more.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
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, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Apply Now:
If you are passionate about ending domestic violence and interested in public interest law, apply now to join our team at House of Ruth Maryland.

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Medical, dental, and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b) with employer contribution and match, paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, paid holidays), employee assistance program, and more

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Legal representation, trauma-informed counseling, case management

JD from accredited law school

Interested individuals can apply by submitting an application through the company's website or by contacting the Human Resources department.

Qualification and Experience JD from accredited law school

Legal