Custody and Support Attorney

WAA, a 501(c)3 nonprofit agency, is Philadelphia’s leading domestic violence advocate and service provider and among the largest domestic violence agencies in the country. The mission of WAA is to provide quality, compassionate and nonjudgmental services in a manner that fosters self-respect and independence in persons experiencing intimate partner violence and to lead the struggle to end domestic violence through advocacy and community education. With over 150 staff, WAA serves over 10,000 individuals each year through our direct services, education, advocacy and outreach (2 - 100 bed safe havens, 14 transitional housing apartments, aftercare community-based case management services, legal services, hotline counseling, prevention & education, and advocacy).

The mission of WAA is to provide quality, compassionate and non-judgmental services in a manner that fosters self-respect and independence in persons experiencing intimate partner violence through advocacy and community education. WAA’s Core Values are Safety, Empowerment, Strength, Hope, Respect, and Integrity and we are committed to a work environment built on honesty, transparency, teamwork, accountability, and a high level of professionalism.

Responsibilities
The role of our Custody and Support Staff Attorney will litigate cases originating as domestic violence matters, working with other staff to improve the legal system's response to battered persons. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following range of services:   

• Provide legal representation to survivors of domestic violence across a range of issues, including - protections from abuse, child custody, support and related matter of legal significance 
• Some legal representation may be provided for a specialized group of clients
• Conduct client interviews
• Make court appearances
• Represent clients in trials
• Perform all necessary legal work
• Participate in program evaluation and planning
• Provide functional supervision of Legal Center staff and interns working on assigned cases

Requirements

• A Juris Doctorate, with a current license to practice law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
• Three (3) years experience in family law and/or public interest*
• Familiarity with the court system regarding domestic violence issues
• Experience with legal representation to victims of domestic violence
• Demonstrated excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills*
• Demonstrated ability to represent an advocacy agency or function*
• Demonstrated ability to organize time and detail, including keeping of records
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse population*
• Experience working in an urban setting*
• Demonstrated commitment to service of others
• Satisfactorily pass State & FBI criminal & Child Abuse clearances pre-hire; and regular renewals (all expenses paid by WAA)
• Bilingual or conversational in addition to English*

*Preferred 
 

Pay Rate & Benefits: 
$58,000 - $75,000 Based on years of experience, PLUS a generous and competitive Benefits Package: Health Insurance - Medical/Vision, Dental Health Insurance (No Deductibles); PTO - Vacation, Holiday, Sick & Personal; Annual Increases/Years of Service Recognition increases (every 2 years of continuous service); EAP - Employee Assistance Program (self and household members) & more.

For consideration, please attach an updated resume and cover letter to your application.

Women Against Abuse is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local law". Women Against Abuse’s hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.