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ABOUT US

Sanctuary for Families is New York's leading service provider and advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking and related forms of gender violence. Every year, Sanctuary empowers thousands of adults and children to move from fear and abuse to safety and stability, transforming lives through a comprehensive range of services. We provide a range of wrap-around services to help survivors rebuild their lives in the aftermath of abuse, and work to end gender violence through three key strategies: direct services, outreach and training, and systems-change advocacy. Our services are available in 11 locations throughout New York City.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Community Law Project Staff Attorney provides comprehensive, culturally competent legal services to survivors of gender-based violence through direct representation, outreach and training, systems-change advocacy, and intra-agency promotion of activities and projects which enhance Sanctuary's mission.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides direct representation and advocacy to clients in family law litigation, including family offense, custody and visitation, child and spousal support and divorces in all five boroughs of NYC. Provides other advocacy as needed, including the criminal legal and child protective systems;
• Provides pro se legal assistance and consultations to clients regarding family law matters;
• Conducts legal clinics at community based organizations;
• Staffs the Legal Helpline;
• Advocates directly for clients with key stakeholders including but not limited to NYPD, prosecutors, Administration for Children's Services (ACS), Human Resources Administration (HRA), and Division for Homeless Services (DHS);
• Conducts community based outreach and training;
• Works with Sanctuary's Community and Outreach Training Initiative (SCOTI) to coordinate, organize and participate in outreach and training events;
• Co-counsels cases with project, Legal Center andpro bonoattorneys; supports training of junior staff members.
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  Collaborates with volunteers, interns andpro bonoattorneys.

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  Directs cases to the appropriate resources within the agency and the Legal Center;

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  Tracks the status of cases referred internally and externally;

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  Fosters and maintains relationships with Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) that refer clients to the Helpline;

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  Partners with theDirector, ProBono Programin identifying cases that are suitable for representation by pro bono attorneys;

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  Maintains accurate and updated records of current and potential clients in the agency's electronic database;

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  Performs any other department or agency-related duties or special projects as directed by the Director and Deputy Director

• J.D. and admitted to NY Bar
• 2-4 years of relevant legal experience
• Fluency in a community language including Mandarin, Korean, Arabic, Haitian-Creole, Spanish and Russian preferred but not required
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Sensitivity to sexual exploitation, domestic violence and other gender-related issues
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Strong ability to work independently
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Computer literacy including Microsoft Office

Budgeted Salary: $71,436 - $78,097 annually; salary commensurates with experience based on STEP system

Work position is currently Hybrid; must be able to meet job location schedule obligations

Vaccination Policy: Proof of vaccination or proof of first dose with scheduled 2nd dose within 30 days is required.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer retirement contribution
• Paid time off
• Flex spending account
• Student loan assistance
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Gym reimbursement program

All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status or domestic violence victim status, and other categories protected under Federal, New York state or New York city laws. Sanctuary for Families follows the requirements of the Human Rights Law including with regard to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest.

People of color, trans and gender non-conforming people, people with disabilities, and survivors of gender-based violence are strongly encouraged to apply.

We recognize that the safety, healing and self-determination of survivors of domestic violence and related forms of gender violence is at the intersection of racial, gender, economic, immigrant, LGBTQ+, and disability justice, as well as many other critical issues. In order to realize our mission, Sanctuary strives to center DEI principles at every level of the organization and continues to deepen that commitment.