TEMPORARY FAMILY LAW STAFF ATTORNEY
Community Legal Aid (CLA) is a non-profit legal services program providing free civil legal assistance to low-income and elderly residents of Central and Western Massachusetts. They are seeking a Temporary Family Law Staff Attorney to assist clients with family law matters, including divorce, child support, visitation, and custody, particularly for survivors of domestic violence and other crimes.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with cases involving family law matters including divorce, child support, visitation, and custody
- Engage in community outreach and education
- Work closely with community partners including domestic violence service providers
- Assume an active caseload while continuing to accept new cases
- Some grant-reporting activities may be required
Skills
- Current third-year law students, recent law school graduates, and more experienced attorneys are encouraged to apply
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- A demonstrated dedication to social justice and commitment to working with low-income communities
- Prior family law experience, particularly with survivors of domestic violence, preferred
- Fluency in Spanish a plus
Benefits
- 401(k) with employer-paid contribution
- Low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents.
- Malpractice insurance
- Paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays)
- Student loan repayment assistance up to