Attorney – Survivor and Family Justice Workgroup

LOS ANGELES, CAPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles

• Job overview

  The Attorney – Survivor and Family Justice Workgroup position at Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles involves providing legal services to survivors of domestic violence, focusing on family law and restraining order cases to support vulnerable populations in the Greater Los Angeles area.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The attorney will manage an active caseload of family law and domestic violence cases, conduct outreach and community education, supervise volunteers, collaborate with partner agencies, and develop legal strategies to address survivors' needs.

• Compensation and benefits

  The salary ranges from $80,000 to $86,528 annually depending on experience, with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, 403(b) retirement plan, bilingual supplements, loan reimbursements, and a cell phone stipend.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates must be active California State Bar members with 2+ years of family law litigation experience, knowledge of domestic violence law, strong communication skills, ability to work under pressure, experience with diverse low-income clients, and bilingual skills are preferred.

• Career development

  The role offers opportunities to work in a supportive team environment, engage in community outreach, and participate in training and supervision of volunteers, fostering professional growth in public interest law.

• Work environment and culture

  The organization values diversity, equity, and inclusion, promotes a collaborative and supportive work environment, and offers a hybrid work schedule with remote work options after probation.

• Company information

  Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles is a nonprofit legal aid organization with 95 years of service, providing free civil legal services to underserved communities in Greater Los Angeles, with over 200 employees and a focus on systemic change.

• Team overview

  The attorney will join the Survivor and Family Justice Workgroup, a supportive team of paralegals and attorneys focused on domestic violence and family law matters, emphasizing collaboration and mutual support.

• Job location and travel

  The position location is to be determined but requires the candidate to be local and willing to work from an assigned LAFLA office with hybrid remote work options after probation.

• Application process

  Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume via email to sfwgjobs@lafla.org with the subject line 'Family Law Attorney position'; applications are accepted continuously until filled.

• Unique job features

  This role uniquely combines direct legal representation, community outreach, volunteer supervision, and policy development to address systemic inequities for domestic violence survivors in Los Angeles.

Company overview

The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free legal services to low-income individuals and families in Los Angeles County. They focus on areas such as housing, family law, immigration, and consumer protection, aiming to ensure equal access to justice. Established in 1929, LAFLA has a long history of advocacy and community service, funded through a combination of government grants, private donations, and partnerships with other organizations. Their mission is to fight for justice and change lives through direct representation, impact litigation, and policy advocacy.

How to land this job

• Position your resume to highlight your active California State Bar membership and at least 2 years of family law litigation experience, emphasizing your expertise in domestic violence and restraining order cases to align with LAFLA’s Survivor and Family Justice Workgroup mission.

• Showcase your ability to manage an active caseload, conduct outreach activities, and collaborate with partner agencies, as well as your experience supervising volunteers and providing community trainings, which are key aspects of this role.

• Apply through multiple platforms including the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and relevant nonprofit legal job boards to maximize your application visibility and ensure you meet the continuous application deadline.

• Connect with current attorneys and staff in the Survivor and Family Justice Workgroup on LinkedIn; initiate conversations by referencing recent LAFLA community events, expressing interest in their impact litigation work, or asking about the team culture and support system.

• Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'family law litigation,' 'domestic violence,' 'restraining orders,' 'client outreach,' 'case management software,' and 'volunteer supervision' to increase your chances of passing automated screenings.

• Leverage Jennie Johnson’s Power Apply feature to automate tailored resume submissions across multiple sites, identify and connect with relevant LAFLA contacts on LinkedIn, and streamline your job search efforts, allowing you to focus more on preparing for interviews and networking.