Staff Attorney

Company: Sanctuary For Families
Location: New York
Posted on: May 28, 2025

Job Description:

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 12 locations throughout New York City.

Position is Full-time - Standard 35hrs/wk, Salaried - Exempt

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

Budgeted Salary: $78,975 - $91,688 per year; commensurate with relevant experience, based on a Step wage scale pursuant to terms of collective bargaining agreement

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Courtroom Advocates Project (CAP) seeks a motivated individual who is committed to supporting victims of domestic violence and dedicated to achieving justice for women. The CAP Staff Attorney trains and supervises law student advocates who assist domestic violence victims seeking orders of protection in Family Court. The attorney provides comprehensive, compassionate, holistic legal services to victims of gender-based violence through direct representation, community education and outreach, and policy and systems-change advocacy.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Supports training of law students each semester and summer associates each summer who advocate for petitioners seeking orders of protection in Family Court
Represents victims of domestic violence in Family and Supreme Court and in the Integrated Domestic Violence Court (IDVC) in cases including: orders of protection, custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, and matrimonial matters
Mentors and trains law students, interns and volunteers
Advocates for clients in legal and non-legal forums outside of their family law cases, including housing, public benefits, and the criminal justice system
Conducts recruiting presentations at law firms
Collaborates with clinicians, attorneys, and other advocates in and outside of the agency to secure best results for clients
Collaborates with the Family Justice Centers
Effects policy initiatives and systems changes that benefit domestic violence victims
Participates in the LCADV Working Groups in the Family Court and the Integrated Domestic Violence Court
Trains law students, pro bono attorneys, community advocates, and others in family law and other related topics
Trains law students, pro bono attorneys, social service providers, health care professionals and community-based organizations on domestic violence and the legal needs of victims
Maintains statistics relating to client services for grant-reporting purposes
Facilitates clients' access to intra-agency and outside resources; administers provision of direct financial assistance and donations to clients
Represents the legal center on inter-departmental task forces and committees
Represents Sanctuary for Families at community events
Attends trainings on relevant legal issues
Performs any other department or agency-related duties or special projects as directed by supervisor
J.D. degree
Admission to the NY Bar
Comfortable speaking in public
Strong verbal/written communication skills
Fluency in an additional community language preferred.
Strong writing, research, and analytical skills; strong communication and group leadership skills
Experience working with domestic violence, trauma survivors or low-income immigrant clients
Sensitive to issues of cultural, ethnic, and racial diversity with strong lawyering, advocacy, and leadership skills, to provide zealous, knowledgeable, and empathic legal advocacy to domestic violence victims
Knowledge of the dynamics of gender-based oppression and a strong motivation to combat gender-based violence
Ability to multi-task and balance complicated cases
Ability to work independently and under pressure

Benefits:
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Employer-paid life insurance
Employer retirement contribution
Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, Sick)
Generous Leave Policy
Flexible spending account / Health savings account
Student loan assistance
Tuition reimbursement program
Gym reimbursement program
Wellness program and rewards

Sanctuary for Families is a welcoming workplace. 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.

Survivors of gender-based violence are strongly encouraged to apply.

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