Amara Legal Center
Overview
Amara Legal Center is a nonprofit legal services organization dedicated to providing free, trauma-informed legal services to survivors of sex trafficking and individuals involved in commercial sex in the DC-metro area. Amara seeks a full-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. Amara’s staff includes attorneys and professionals with a passion for working together to support our clients and increase access to justice. Flexible telework options available.
Benefits
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Simple IRA with 3% match
Required Skills/Qualifications
Admission and good standing with the DC Bar
At least one to three years of litigation experience in family law or related field
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
Transportation to attend meetings and court hearings
J.D. from an accredited law school
Desired Skills/Qualifications
Interest in working with youth, survivors of trauma, and low income individuals
Experience conducting trainings and community outreach activities
Eligible for bar admission in Maryland
Role/Responsibilities
Independently provide trauma-informed legal representation on cases including, but not limited to child custody and other family law issues, civil protection orders, criminal record vacatur/expungement, name changes, and crime victims advocacy
Maintain updated case files in Amara’s case management system
Conduct Human Trafficking trainings and Know Your Rights workshops
Comply with grant metrics, restrictions, and goals
Other tasks as assigned by the Executive Director
Position Details Role: Staff Attorney (full-time, 40 hours/week) reporting to the Executive Director. Salary ranges and location details vary by posting. Flexible telework/work-from-home options may be available.
Application Instructions To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to recruiting@amaralegal.org.
Equal Opportunity The Amara Legal Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, pregnancy, work related injury, protected veteran status, political ideology, genetic information, marital status, family responsibilities or any other factor that protects from employment discrimination.
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Benefits
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Simple IRA with 3% match
Required Skills/Qualifications
Admission and good standing with the DC Bar
At least one to three years of litigation experience in family law or related field
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
Transportation to attend meetings and court hearings
J.D. from an accredited law school
Desired Skills/Qualifications
Interest in working with youth, survivors of trauma, and low income individuals
Experience conducting trainings and community outreach activities
Eligible for bar admission in Maryland
Role/Responsibilities
Independently provide trauma-informed legal representation on cases including, but not limited to child custody and other family law issues, civil protection orders, criminal record vacatur/expungement, name changes, and crime victims advocacy
Maintain updated case files in Amara’s case management system
Conduct Human Trafficking trainings and Know Your Rights workshops
Comply with grant metrics, restrictions, and goals
Other tasks as assigned by the Executive Director
Position Details Role: Staff Attorney (full-time, 40 hours/week) reporting to the Executive Director. Salary ranges and location details vary by posting. Flexible telework/work-from-home options may be available.
Application Instructions To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to recruiting@amaralegal.org.
Equal Opportunity The Amara Legal Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, pregnancy, work related injury, protected veteran status, political ideology, genetic information, marital status, family responsibilities or any other factor that protects from employment discrimination.
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