Part Time Staff Attorney

Description:

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 a part-time attorney to provide trauma-informed legal representation to survivors of sex trafficking and sex workers. 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 our clients and increase access to justice.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• At least one to three years of litigation experience or equivalent relevant work experience
• 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 throughout DC and Maryland
• Member in good standing of the DC Bar
• Eligible for admission to the Maryland Bar or to practice in Maryland under Rule 19-218

Desired Skills/Qualifications:

• Interest in working with youth, survivors of trauma, and low income individuals
• Experience conducting trainings and community outreach activities
• Licensed to practice in federal court or neighboring jurisdiction Virginia

Role/Responsibilities:

• Independently provide legal representation on cases including, but not limited to child custody and other family law issues, civil protection orders, criminal record relief, name changes, misdemeanor criminal defense, and crime victims advocacy in DC and Maryland
• Conduct trauma-informed client intakes, provide holistic referrals and warm hand-offs for clients' social service needs, and collaborate with partner organizations providing social services for Amara's clients
• Maintain updated case files, case notes, and time entries in Amara's case management system
• Conduct outreach, including Human Trafficking 101 trainings and Know Your Rights workshops, virtually and in-person in Maryland and DC as needed
• Comply with grant metrics, restrictions, and goals
• Establish and foster relationships with partners, clients, and volunteers
• Other tasks as assigned by the Executive Director

This staff attorney is part-time (15-30 hours/week) and reports to the Executive Director. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to recruiting@amaralegal.org.

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