What are the responsibilities and job description for the VOCA Staff Attorney position at North Mississippi Rural Legal Services?
VOCA Staff Attorney
NORTH MISSISSIPPI RURAL LEGAL SERVICES (NMRLS) is seeking a
Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Staff Attorney
for its West Point branch office.
TITLE: Victims of Crimes Act (VOCA) Staff Attorney
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The VOCA Staff Attorney is responsible for the provision of a full range of comprehensive legal assistance to eligible clients and client groups (hereinafter referred to collectively as “clients”) as a practicing attorney, licensed in Mississippi, in accordance with program guidelines, priorities, case handler standards & the Mississippi Rules of Professional Conduct.
Duties: Responsible for all phases of the following:
A. Client Advocacy
- Maintain an active caseload consistent with the duties of NMRLS staff attorneys;
- Keep apprised of changes in the law and other issues that may affect NMRLS client population, and advise the Managing Attorney and other staff of such issues.
B. Administrative
- Conduct or participate in training, public speaking forums, State Bar legal education forums and other public functions on a regular basis;
- Comply with office policies and procedures;
- Represent the program at meetings and other external functions as may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must hold a JD degree and be licensed in the State of Mississippi at the time of hiring. Demonstrated sensitivity to the legal problems of low-income persons. Strong writing, verbal, analytical and interpersonal skills are required as well as good judgment. Such other experience, qualifications and skills as are deemed appropriate.
SUPERVISOR(S):
VOCA Project Director
SALARY/FRINGE BENEFITS:
Salary depending on experience; excellent fringe benefits.
OPENING/CLOSING DATES:
Open until filled.
APPLICATION:
Send resume, writing sample, and three (3) letters of reference to:
Arnetchers Dudley
North Mississippi Rural Legal Services
P. O. Box 767
Oxford, MS 28655
(662) 234-8731, Ext. 2107
Or e-mail resume to: adudley@nmrls.com
NMRLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER