Staff Attorney

The Domestic Violence Action Center is seeking a Staff Attorney to provide compassionate, family law representation to survivors of domestic violence. Specific to TRO's, Divorce and Paternity. 

MUST BE LICENSED AND ABLE TO PRACTICE LAW IN HAWAII. 

Benefits:

• 100% paid health, dental, vision with UHA
• Generous Paid Leave Policy
• Profit sharing with Mutual of America.
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible spending with PIOPAC
• 14 paid holidays
• Your birthday off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications & Responsibilities

• Willingness and ability to work with and represent individuals dealing with the effects of physical, emotional, psychological and sexual abuse.
• Knowledge of the dynamics of family violence.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with advocates as well as other staff representing victims of domestic violence.
• Ability to adapt to changing work environment and responsibilities.
• Carry a caseload of 25-35 active cases, not including restraining orders, ensuring movement and progression of all cases.
• Interview and assess clients, draft pleadings, conduct legal research, appear in court on behalf of agency clients, attend hearings and meetings and fulfill other responsibilities required of a licensed attorney in Hawaii representing clients on a timely basis, ensuring all court deadlines are met and calendared.
• Answer calls for information, community referrals, advocacy, or crisis counseling on the Legal Helpline; evaluate the seriousness of the calls and handle calls in a calm and professional manner.