Divorce Law Attorney in Amsterdam, NY

Public Interest

Amsterdam, NY

Divorce Law Attorney in Amsterdam, NY

Attorney

2-10 yrs required

No

Job Title: Domestic Violence Staff Attorney

Job Responsibilities:
The Domestic Violence Staff Attorney will provide high-quality, culturally competent civil legal services to victims of crime, particularly those experiencing domestic violence and/or sexual assault, as well as low-income individuals in Montgomery County. Key duties include:
- Managing a robust litigation caseload involving sensitive and traumatic circumstances with assertiveness, compassion, and good judgment.
- Providing advice, brief service, community legal education, and zealous representation to crime victims, especially victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault, in a broad range of civil matters such as orders of protection, custody, matrimonial law, and child support.
- Implementing, maintaining records for, and reporting on assigned grants.
- Collaborating closely with local domestic violence service providers and actively participating in domestic violence task forces.

Education and Experience Information:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- 2-10 years of legal experience.
- Current admission to the New York State Bar in good standing.
- Demonstrated commitment to public interest law and providing high-quality legal services to clients in civil matters.
- Prior experience representing victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault in Family Court or relevant experience.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the ability to help consumers address individual and systemic problems related to economic security and stability.
- Ability to identify and address systemic legal problems, work collaboratively with other staff, and handle high-volume caseloads.
- Strong organizational, time management, project management, written and oral communication, and computer skills.
- Reliable transportation and occasional travel required.
- Ability to communicate in Spanish is preferred.

Salary Information:
The position offers a salary of $75,237 to $93,914 per year, dependent on experience. The benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, enhanced Employee Assistance Program (EAP), retirement contributions, vacation, sick and personal paid time off, 14 holidays, bereavement and parental leave, moving expenses, mileage reimbursement, college tuition assistance/loan repayment, professional licenses and Continuing Legal Education (CLE), professional memberships and bar dues, and flexible hybrid-remote/Work From Home (WFH) and alternative work schedule options.

Work Environment:
The role operates in a professional law office environment and may occasionally require carrying regular office supplies. It involves using standard office equipment, software, and remote videoconferencing platforms. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The organization values a diverse, inclusive workforce and provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Applications from women, BIPOC, LGBTQI+ persons, protected veterans, recipients of public assistance, older adults, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged. Reasonable accommodation is available for individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.