Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington
Staff Attorney, Part Time
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington is committed to serving diverse communities across the district and surrounding counties. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, a hybrid work model with both remote and in-office work, and a culture that promotes professional development and internal advancement.
Job Summary The Attorney provides legal advice and representation in accordance with best practices in the profession. The position recruits licensed attorneys in DC and Maryland for pro bono civil law cases, develops a pool of attorney mentors, and conducts training sessions about the program to potential volunteers at identified organizations.
Responsibilities
Interview individuals seeking legal assistance and advise the client on possible options through interpretation of current laws.
Provide ongoing legal representation from intake through drafting of documents, correspondence, and client applications/petitions.
Recruit active DC and Maryland licensed attorneys to accept pro bono civil law cases in areas such as family law, employment conflicts, landlord-tenant disputes, consumer/bankruptcy matters, public entitlements, wills/probate, and related areas.
Develop a current pool of attorney mentors to guide less experienced attorneys in civil matters (e.g., custody and child support; landlord-tenant rights; consumer matters).
Conduct information and training sessions on the Legal Network at government agencies, nonprofits, bar associations, private corporations, law firms, and other organizations.
Enhance visibility of Catholic Charities services to increase utilization of the Legal Network among low-income residents in Prince George’s County.
Conduct outreach activities in the community regarding legal issues.
Assist the Director with internal and external reporting; supervise law student interns and volunteers; ensure timely submission of program reports.
Serve as liaison between the program and community partners.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Law Degree (J.D.).
Active status member of both the District of Columbia and Maryland bars.
Possession of or ability to obtain Continuing Legal Education as required by licensing jurisdictions.
Two years of experience in general civil law.
Skills and Competencies
Verbal and written communication skills; ability to public speak and interact professionally across diverse cultures.
Computer proficiency, preferably in a Windows-based environment.
Compensation Salary: $52,868 per year
Job Details
Employment type: Part-time
Seniority level: Entry level
Job function: Legal
Industries: Legal Services
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Job Summary The Attorney provides legal advice and representation in accordance with best practices in the profession. The position recruits licensed attorneys in DC and Maryland for pro bono civil law cases, develops a pool of attorney mentors, and conducts training sessions about the program to potential volunteers at identified organizations.
Responsibilities
Interview individuals seeking legal assistance and advise the client on possible options through interpretation of current laws.
Provide ongoing legal representation from intake through drafting of documents, correspondence, and client applications/petitions.
Recruit active DC and Maryland licensed attorneys to accept pro bono civil law cases in areas such as family law, employment conflicts, landlord-tenant disputes, consumer/bankruptcy matters, public entitlements, wills/probate, and related areas.
Develop a current pool of attorney mentors to guide less experienced attorneys in civil matters (e.g., custody and child support; landlord-tenant rights; consumer matters).
Conduct information and training sessions on the Legal Network at government agencies, nonprofits, bar associations, private corporations, law firms, and other organizations.
Enhance visibility of Catholic Charities services to increase utilization of the Legal Network among low-income residents in Prince George’s County.
Conduct outreach activities in the community regarding legal issues.
Assist the Director with internal and external reporting; supervise law student interns and volunteers; ensure timely submission of program reports.
Serve as liaison between the program and community partners.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Law Degree (J.D.).
Active status member of both the District of Columbia and Maryland bars.
Possession of or ability to obtain Continuing Legal Education as required by licensing jurisdictions.
Two years of experience in general civil law.
Skills and Competencies
Verbal and written communication skills; ability to public speak and interact professionally across diverse cultures.
Computer proficiency, preferably in a Windows-based environment.
Compensation Salary: $52,868 per year
Job Details
Employment type: Part-time
Seniority level: Entry level
Job function: Legal
Industries: Legal Services
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