Divorce Law Attorney / Elder Law Attorney in Houghton, MI

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Houghton, MI

Divorce Law Attorney / Elder Law Attorney in Houghton, MI

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The Crime Victims Legal Assistance Project (CVLAP) is seeking a Staff Attorney in Marquette or Houghton, Michigan, focused on domestic violence and elder abuse. CVLAP is a statewide program with attorneys throughout Michigan, in collaboration with Legal Services of Eastern Michigan, Legal Aid of Western Michigan, Legal Services of South Central Michigan, Legal Services of Northern Michigan, and Lakeshore Legal Aid, to provide outreach and legal representation to victims of crime, primarily domestic violence and elder abuse survivors under the federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA). This is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those most affected by poverty, racism, and other oppressive systems.

- Job title: Staff Attorney - Domestic Violence and Elder Abuse Focus
- Location: Marquette or Houghton, Michigan
- Organization: Crime Victims Legal Assistance Project (CVLAP)
- Program: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.
- Salary: $60,000 (depending on experience)
- Benefits: Generous package including life, short and long term disability, health, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, and 401K retirement plan with employer match.
- Qualifications: Must be licensed to practice law in Michigan or able to take the next Michigan bar exam. Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income individuals and underserved populations. Experience with issues impacting domestic violence or elder abuse survivors is a plus.
- Application: Complete application and submit resume and cover letter through the provided link. Rolling review until position is filled.

About the Crime Victims Legal Assistance Project (CVLAP):

- A division of the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.
- Works to advance the safety, independence, and economic stability of those affected by poverty, racism, and other oppressive systems.
- Provides outreach and legal representation to victims of crime, primarily domestic violence and elder abuse survivors under the federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA).
- Statewide program with attorneys throughout Michigan, in collaboration with Legal Services of Eastern Michigan, Legal Aid of Western Michigan, Legal Services of South Central Michigan, Legal Services of Northern Michigan, and Lakeshore Legal Aid.

About the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.:

- Works to increase access to justice and advocate for systemic solutions.
- Has provided civil legal aid for over 50 years.
- Manages six statewide programs serving immigrant communities, vulnerable older adults, victims of domestic violence and elder abuse, migrant and seasonal farmworkers, providing research and training support to all legal aid advocates, and providing access to legal information to self-represented litigants.
- Offers generous benefits package including life, short and long term disability, health, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, and 401K retirement plan with employer match.
- Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Responsibilities of the Staff Attorney:

- Provide legal representation and advocacy to victims of crime, primarily domestic violence and elder abuse survivors under the federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA).
- Collaborate with other attorneys and organizations within the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. to provide outreach and legal services to underserved populations.
- Conduct legal research and analysis, draft legal documents, and represent clients in court.
- Participate in community education and outreach efforts to raise awareness about domestic violence and elder abuse.
- Stay informed about changes in the law and policies related to domestic violence and elder abuse.

Qualifications of the Staff Attorney:

- Licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualified to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next Michigan bar exam.
- Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income individuals and underserved populations through lived or learned experience.
- Experience with issues impacting domestic violence or elder abuse survivors is a plus.

Benefits of Working at the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.:

- Competitive salary of $60,000 (depending on experience).
- Generous benefits package including life, short and long term disability, health, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, and 401K retirement plan with employer match.
- Option for an annual $1,500 payout if health benefits are not needed.
- Generous leave policy including 3 weeks paid vacation in the first year and 15 paid holidays.
- Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Application Process:

- Complete application and submit resume and cover letter through the provided link.
- Rolling review until position is filled.
- The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

About the Location:

- The Staff Attorney position is located in Marquette or Houghton, Michigan.
- Both cities are located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
- Marquette is a small city on the shores of Lake Superior with a population of approximately 20,000.
- Houghton is a small city in the Keweenaw Peninsula with a population of approximately 7,000.
- Both cities offer a variety of outdoor activities, beautiful scenery, and a tight-knit community.

In summary, the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is seeking a Staff Attorney with a focus on domestic violence and elder abuse to join the Crime Victims Legal Assistance Project (CVLAP). This is a statewide program with attorneys throughout Michigan, in collaboration with other legal aid organizations, to provide outreach and legal representation to victims of crime. The ideal candidate will be licensed to practice law in Michigan, have a demonstrated commitment to serving low-income individuals and underserved populations, and preferably have experience with issues impacting domestic violence or elder abuse survivors. The salary for this position is $60,000 (depending on experience) and includes a generous benefits package. The application process is ongoing until the position is filled. The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an equal opportunity employer. The position is located in Marquette or Houghton, Michigan, both of which offer a variety of outdoor activities and a tight-knit community.