Staff Attorney - Frederick, MD
13 hours ago
Job description
About Heartly House
Heartly House has served the Frederick County community for over 40 years, providing comprehensive services to survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual violence, child abuse, and human trafficking. Our programs are rooted in trauma-informed, client-centered care with a mission to end abuse and empower survivors through prevention, intervention, and advocacy.
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Position Summary
Heartly House Legal Services ("HHLS") is dedicated to utilizing the legal system to provide safety and autonomy to victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and/or human trafficking. Our legal services include, but are not limited to, providing brief advice on navigating the legal system, as well as representation in protective order hearings and family law cases. HHLS practices exclusively in Frederick County, Maryland. Note: this is not a remote position.
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Key Responsibilities
- Perform legal intakes for clients requesting legal services; provide brief advice as appropriate.
- Represent clients seeking protective orders arising out of, and related to, intimate partner violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and/or child abuse.
- Represent individuals affected by intimate partner violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and/or child abuse in domestic family law matters.
- Develop case theory and legal strategies.
- Conduct legal research and draft pleadings/motions as necessary.
- Document client interactions and outcomes in HH's case management system.
- Collaborate with other HH direct service programs and/or Community Partners in the provision of services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse.
- Uphold highest standard of legal ethics.
- Adhere to HH philosophy, policies, and procedures; successfully complete HH training; attend all staff and team meetings.
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Legal Services.
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Training & Requirements
- Successful completion of all required Heartly House Learning Management System (LMS) courses upon hire.
- Ongoing participation in continuing education and professional development.
- Compliance with all internal policies, procedures, and certification requirements as outlined by Heartly House and relevant authorities.
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Benefits
Heartly House offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and professional development. Benefits may include:
- Paid time off (PTO) and 12 observed holidays
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401K Retirement plan
- Ongoing training and certification support
- Meaningful, mission-driven work that makes a difference in the community
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $74, $76,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Can you provide a writing sample of 5-10 pages?
- Do you have a law license?
Work Location: In person
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