Economic Justice Attorney

Tulsa, OK - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Attorney Economic Justice Practice

Overview

Still She Rises Inc. (SSR) provides free legal representation to pregnant women mothers and women who are caregivers of children who have been brought into the criminal and family policing legal systems. Founded in North Tulsa Still She Rises is the first holistic defense office in the country dedicated exclusively to the representation of mothers in both the criminal and civil legal systems. We honor the dignity of the women we serve by championing the goals of each individual client while also targeting systemic issues impacting the larger community.

Responsibilities

Attorneys in the Economic Justice Practice zealously advocate for individuals seeking relief from the burdens of criminal records and criminal court debt in Tulsa County and the City of Tulsa. Representation may sometimes include identifying and pursuing legal avenues for relief from governmental restrictions on access to employment licenses housing or driver licenses. Economic Justice Attorneys provide comprehensive representation in collaboration with advocates investigators and attorneys in other practice areas. To that end Economic Justice Attorneys must consistently be prepared to litigate and confidently engage in skillful negotiations with judges opposing counsel and other actors within the systems our clients navigate. Economic Justice Attorneys may occasionally have the opportunity to collaborate on cases in other venues as necessary to provide the most effective client-focused representation.

Qualifications

To be eligible applicants must have:

J.D. from an American Bar Association accredited law school
Membership in good standing to the Oklahoma bar or eligibility for admission to the Oklahoma Bar

Successful applicants will demonstrate:

Ability to litigate and confidently engage in skillful negotiations with judges opposing counsel and other actors within the systems our clients navigate
Excellent research writing and courtroom advocacy skills
Ability and desire to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams
Enthusiasm and aptitude working with or on behalf of members or marginalized communities
Ability to think critically and quickly on their feet
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to racial gender and social equity

Applicants if hired must:

Provide proof of Oklahoma State Bar membership in good standing OR sit for the Oklahoma State Bar Examination OR submit the appropriate materials necessary for waiver

Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience medical dental vision life FSA and 401K with 4% employer contribution.

To apply please go to click the Careers tab and upload a cover letter and resume in one document when prompted. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Please contact with questions regarding the position.

Still She Rises is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities experiences orientations and communities to apply.

Attorney Economic Justice PracticeOverviewStill She Rises Inc. (SSR) provides free legal representation to pregnant women mothers and women who are caregivers of children who have been brought into the criminal and family policing legal systems. Founded in North Tulsa Still She Rises is the first h...