Staff Attorney
Amara Legal Center
Location
Remote
Category
Attorney
Posted
December 19, 2023
Type
Full-Time
Description/Duties
The Amara Legal Center is a nonprofit legal services organization dedicated to providing free, trauma-informed legal services to survivors of sex trafficking and individuals harmed through commercial sex. To learn more about the Amara Legal Center’s mission and work, please visit www.amaralegal.org.
Amara seeks an attorney to provide trauma-informed legal representation to clients in the District of Columbia and Maryland as well as to collaborate with partner organizations, such as Courtney’s House and the Prince George’s County Family Justice Center, to increase awareness of trafficking and available resources. We strongly encourage attorneys from underrepresented groups to apply. We aim to foster a culture of inclusion where individual strengths, views, and experiences are respected and celebrated. We believe that our differences enable us to be a strong team. Amara’s staff includes attorneys and professionals with a passion for working together to support survivors of sex trafficking and individuals harmed through commercial sex
Independently provide trauma-informed legal representation on cases in DC and Maryland, including, but not limited to child custody and other family law issues, civil protection orders, criminal record vacatur/expungement, name changes, and crime victims advocacy
Maintain updated case files in Amara’s case management system
Conduct Human Trafficking trainings and Know Your Rights workshops
Comply with grant metrics, restrictions, and goals
Other tasks as assigned by the Executive Director
Skills/Qualifications
Required Skills/Qualifications:
J.D. from an accredited law school
At least one to three years of litigation experience in family law or related field
Strong interest or knowledge regarding human trafficking, social justice, and public interest
Excellent research and writing skills
Proficiency in Google Suite
Experience using case management software
Ability to pay close attention to detail, successfully manage time, and prioritize workload
Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle to attend meetings and court hearings
Member in good standing of the District of Columbia and/or Maryland Bar
Desired Skills/Qualifications:
Interest in working with youth, survivors of trauma, and low income individuals
Experience conducting trainings and community outreach activities
Compensation
The salary is between $65,000 and $70,000.
How To Apply
This staff attorney is full-time and reports to the Executive Director. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to recruiting@amaralegal.org.
The Amara Legal Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, pregnancy, work related injury, covered veteran status, political ideology, genetic information, marital status, family responsibilities or any other factor that protects from employment discrimination.