Staff AttorneyYWCA of Annapolis & Anne Arundel County
Arnold, MD30+ days ago
Represent clients in intimate partner related protective order and attend hearings; Represent clients in divorce, custody, and protective order hearings; Provide clients with consultations/advice as to their rights and options regarding divorce, custody, child support, modifications, peace and protective orders, and criminal matters and provide referrals to other resources; Offer civil and criminal accompaniment, and civil legal advocacy to clients; Be proficient and timely in data collection and grant reporting; Maintain organized client files, including electronic files; Assist clients with pro se preparation and assistance in filling out court forms/pleadings; Assist with legal advocate responsibilities as needed, including, but not limited to, staffing the District Court YWCA Legal Services offices located in Annapolis and Glen Burnie; Consultation and coordination with other YWCA supportive programs, including Safe House Shelter and Counseling; Provide information, referrals, legal consultations, and advice to clients related to domestic violence and family law; Respond to legal information telephone calls as needed; Assistance in collating statistical reporting for various grant funders. Knowledge and Abilities: Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills; Demonstrated ability to remain calm when others are in crisis; Demonstrated ability to work independently with sound judgment; Demonstrated ability to work with culturally diverse groups of both genders; Must have knowledge of the dynamics of domestic violence; Must be able to keep accurate records; Demonstrated exceptional ability to communicate effectively with clients, co-workers, supervisors, representatives from community agencies, volunteers, and donor organizations; Must be committed to continuous improvement.