Ascend Justice

Staff Attorney – Family Law

Ascend Justice

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Illinois • United States

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Salary

💰 $62,500 - $72,500 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Provide high-quality representation for survivors of domestic violence seeking remedies in the Domestic Relations Division
  • Manage a case load of ongoing Domestic Relations cases, including effective representation of clients in contested hearings
  • Deliver services according to principles of trauma-informed care
  • Perform intake functions, interviewing potential clients to evaluate cases for representation
  • Maintain client files, noting all deadlines, communications, and other relevant information
  • Coordinate with the agency’s Client Support Coordinators and other colleagues to ensure that the client receives seamless, holistic services
  • Supervise volunteers, including attorneys, students, and student interns, as needed
  • Actively participate in required staff meetings and trainings

Requirements

  • Licensed to practice law in Illinois; or the ability to become licensed in Illinois in the near term
  • 1-3 years of experience preferred
  • Bilingual in Spanish/English Required, including the ability to interview and represent clients with limited or no English-speaking abilities
  • Must have completed or be willing to complete 40-hour Domestic Violence training
  • Litigation and family law experience preferred
  • Strong self-motivation and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Knowledge of or experience with working with survivors of gender-based or intimate partner violence
  • Ability to communicate effectively with people in crisis
Benefits
  • FSA Health, Dependent Care, and Commute Plan
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Training & development
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
self-motivationtime managementeffective communicationcrisis management
Certifications
40-hour Domestic Violence training