Maryland Legal Aid

Staff Attorney – Victim's Assistance Project

Maryland Legal Aid

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Baltimore • Maryland • United States

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Salary

💰 $76,812 - $118,565 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Zealously represent clients in court in protective order, divorce, and custody cases.
  • Advocate for clients involved in the criminal legal system as victim-witnesses.
  • Conduct client interviews and provide clear legal advice.
  • Develop case strategy for representation at trial through legal research and factual investigation.
  • Draft legal documents including complaints, answers, counter-complaints, and legal briefs.
  • Maintain relationships with community anti-violence groups and accept local speaking engagements.
  • Continue professional development and education through trainings sponsored by the Maryland Legal Aid.
  • Maintain case records for clients in the LegalServer case management system.
  • Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the essential functions of the position.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Admitted to practice in the State of Maryland or eligible for admission in Maryland.
  • 1 to 3 years of legal experience, which can include clerkships or fellowships.
  • Ability to use a computer and web-based applications (Office 365, including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Excellent research, critical thinking, writing, and leadership skills.
  • Prior experience working with survivors of abuse.
  • Ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet regular deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to travel locally and regionally in Maryland.
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • 3 weeks paid time off
  • Sick leave
  • 14 annual paid holidays
  • Hybrid work arrangement
  • Professional development opportunities
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Hard Skills & Tools
legal researchdrafting legal documentscase strategy developmentfactual investigationclient interviewsadvocacy in courtlegal writing
Soft Skills
critical thinkingleadershipcommunicationability to juggle multiple prioritiesability to meet deadlines
Certifications
Juris Doctorate (J.D.)admitted to practice in Maryland