Fast Track Staff Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Stationed in court four (4) days per week, the Fast Track Staff Attorney provides immediate access to legal representation for victims of domestic violence in Protections From Abuse matters rising out of emergency situations (in relation to DV and other related issues). Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Conducting client interviews, making court appearances, representing clients in trials, and performing all necessary legal work. Participates in program evaluation and planning, maintain files and ensure client data base is up to date/accurate. Provide functional supervision of Legal Center staff when working on assigned cases. Attend meeting of relevant community programs and legal associates as requested by the Legal Center Director or Managing Attorney. Perform speaking engagements or community trainings as appropriate. Attend staff, team, Legal Center and Agency meetings. All responsibilities are implemented according to our mission and values and according to Agency standards.

WAA's Core Values are Safety, Empowerment, Strength, Hope, Respect, and Integrity and we are committed to a work environment built on honesty, transparency, teamwork, accountability, and a high level of professionalism.

Qualifications:

A Juris Doctorate, with a current license to practice law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is required.

Familiarity with the court system in regard to domestic violence issues is strongly preferred.

Experience with legal representation to victims of domestic violence is preferred.

Demonstrated excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills are required.

Demonstrated ability to effectively represent an advocacy agency or function is required.

Demonstrated ability to organize time and detail, including keeping of records is preferred.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse population is required.

Demonstrated commitment to service of others is required.

Bilingualism, Spanish/English is strongly preferred.

Satisfactory child abuse, criminal and FBI clearances, required (expenses paid by WAA)

Schedule: FT 40 hours/week, Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm (Hybrid: 4 days in court and 1 remote/work from home, as work load/case allows)

Salary: $58,000 - $75,000 based on years of experience, PLUS a generous and competitive Benefits Package: Health Insurance - Medical/Vision, Dental Health Insurance (No Deductibles); PTO - Vacation, Holiday, Sick & Personal; Annual Increases/Years of Service Recognition increases (every 2 years of continuous service); EAP - Employee Assistance Program (self and household members) & more.

Location: Philadelphia, PA

For consideration, please attach an updated resume and cover letter to your application.

WAA, a 501(c)3 nonprofit agency, is Philadelphia's leading domestic violence advocate and service provider and among the largest domestic violence agencies in the country. The mission of WAA is to provide quality, compassionate and nonjudgmental services in a manner that fosters self-respect and independence in persons experiencing intimate partner violence and to lead the struggle to end domestic violence through advocacy and community education. With over 150 staff, WAA serves over 10,000 individuals each year through our direct services, education, advocacy and outreach (2 - 100 bed safe havens, 14 transitional housing apartments, aftercare community-based case management services, legal services, hotline counseling, prevention & education, and advocacy).

We are an equal opportunity employer and are dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We strongly encourage candidates of color, LGBTQ communities, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.

Salary

$75,000 - $80,000/year

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.