Montana Legal Services Association

Attorney

• Provide poverty law services to survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking
• Represent domestic and sexual violence victims statewide with a focus on rural populations and American Indian Reservations
• Interview, meet with, advise, and represent eligible clients in civil matters
• Conduct safety planning with clients and connect them to appropriate services
• Handle all aspects of legal representation including client contact, pleading preparation, research, file maintenance, hearing and trial work
• Work primarily in the area of family law, but may also assist with other poverty law issues including consumer, housing, employment, public benefits, and probate
• Develop law-related educational programs and materials directed to the client community or agencies regarding the legal rights and responsibilities of domestic and sexual violence survivors
• Work with other MLSA staff to recruit, train and support pro bono attorneys when appropriate
• Participate in MLSA’s statewide initiatives and impact work, and implementing grant and contract requirements through casework

Staff Attorney, Domestic Violence