Staff Attorney - Domestic Violence Divorce & Family Law Program
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Job Description
Founded in 2003, Community Advocates for Family & Youth (CAFY) was established to minimize the impact the judicial had on children. CAFY build on the founder’s passion to help children who through no fault of their own had to provide testimony in the adult court.
Later, in 2005, when a public safety officer asked a volunteer at the Sexual Assault Center at the Prince George’s County Hospital if something could be done for the crime victims who were not receiving treatment at the hospital, CAFY’s victim services began. That volunteer was Arleen B. Joell, Founder and Executive Director of CAFY. The non-profit she formed in 2003 as a result of her passion and that encounter has evolved to the point that the organization was recently described by a highly respected County activist as a victim’s “social emergency room”.
Since gaining its official nonprofit incorporation in 2005, CAFY has been the only dedicated community-based victim service provider supporting PGPD. The nonprofit she formed started servicing sexual assault victims referred by the Prince George’s Police Department (PGPD). More than ten years later, CAFY serves all victims of crime and has been lauded by State and Local officials for the work done for the citizens of Prince George’s County. CAFY now serves Prince George’s County Police Department along with the Cities of Laurel, Greenbelt and Bowie Police Departments.
Salary
About the Role:
Community Advocates for Family & Youth (CAFY) is seeking an experienced Maryland-licensed attorney to lead our specialized divorce and family law services exclusively for domestic violence survivors and protective parents of children who have experienced abuse. This is an opportunity for an attorney who is passionate about access to justice, victim advocacy, and trauma-informed legal services to lead a growing nonprofit legal program designed to help survivors safely navigate the divorce process and related family law matters.
Responsibilities:
- Lead CAFY’s divorce proceedings program for eligible domestic violence survivors and protective parents of abused children.
- Handle uncontested and other appropriate divorce proceedings based on client eligibility and program capacity.
- Prepare and file pleadings, motions, agreements, and other court documents.
- Prepare clients for court and provide courtroom representation when appropriate.
- Assess safety concerns and incorporate domestic violence dynamics into legal strategy.
- Collaborate closely with CAFT staff attorney, legal assistant, and CAFY victim advocates, counselors, case managers, and other professionals.
- Maintain accurate case records, deadlines, documentation, and program reporting.
- Develop efficient procedures for intake, case acceptance, referrals, and case management.
- Help establish and grow a sustainable legal services model for survivors and protective parents.
Requirements:
- Active Maryland Bar license in good standing.
- Active membership with the Maryland State Bar
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Demonstrated experience handling Maryland divorce and family law matters.
- Strong understanding of domestic violence and its impact on survivors and children.
- Experience representing victims of domestic violence, protective parents, or underserved populations strongly preferred.
- Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and courtroom skills.
- Trauma-informed, client-centered approach.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary nonprofit environment.
Compensation – Revenue-Supported Position
This position is structured as a program-revenue-supported opportunity. Compensation will be paid from income generated through the divorce and legal services program, based on the agreed compensation structure, client volume, and revenue generated.
This position is structured as a program-revenue-supported opportunity. Compensation will be paid from income generated through the divorce and legal services program, based on the agreed compensation structure, client volume, and revenue generated.
The attorney will have an opportunity to help build and lead the program while contributing directly to its growth and sustainability.
Why CAFY?
CAFY provides a coordinated network of legal advocacy, victim services, counseling, crisis intervention, and supportive services. The attorney will work alongside professionals who understand the complexities of trauma, abuse, family violence, and child victimization. If you are an attorney who wants to use your legal expertise to help survivors safely move forward and protect children from continued harm, we invite you to apply.
CAFY Legal Clinic
Educate, Embrace & Empower
CAFY Legal Clinic
Educate, Embrace & Empower
Flexible work from home options available.
Compensation: $1.00 - $75.00 per hour
Founded in 2003, Community Advocates for Family & Youth (CAFY) was established to minimize the impact the judicial had on children. CAFY build on the founder’s passion to help children who through no fault of their own had to provide testimony in the adult court.
Later, in 2005, when a public safety officer asked a volunteer at the Sexual Assault Center at the Prince George’s County Hospital if something could be done for the crime victims who were not receiving treatment at the hospital, CAFY’s victim services began. That volunteer was Arleen B. Joell, Founder and Executive Director of CAFY. The non-profit she formed in 2003 as a result of her passion and that encounter has evolved to the point that the organization was recently described by a highly respected County activist as a victim’s “social emergency room”.
Since gaining its official nonprofit incorporation in 2005, CAFY has been the only dedicated community-based victim service provider supporting PGPD. The nonprofit she formed started servicing sexual assault victims referred by the Prince George’s Police Department (PGPD). More than ten years later, CAFY serves all victims of crime and has been lauded by State and Local officials for the work done for the citizens of Prince George’s County. CAFY now serves Prince George’s County Police Department along with the Cities of Laurel, Greenbelt and Bowie Police Departments.
- $1 - $75/hour
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