Domestic Violence Staff Attorney
Southeast Louisiana Legal Services (SLLS) is a non-profit law firm serving the 22 parishes east of the Atchafalaya basin. We have offices in Baton Rouge, Covington, Hammond, Harvey, Houma and New Orleans. We provide free civil legal aid to low-income households. SLLS will be seeking a Domestic Violence Staff Attorney for our New Orleans Office.
• The Domestic Violence Staff Attorney will handle cases for domestic violence survivors who need protective orders, divorce, and permanent custody. o This position will serve Terrebonne and Lafourche Parish.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate: • Proficiency in written and oral communication, client counseling, advocacy, and social service referrals. • Dependability, ability to respond to emergencies, good work habits, self--motivation, dedication to serving vulnerable people, and the capacity to work well with others. Full-time staff attorney positions require admission to practice law in Louisiana. Starting salary for a full time staff attorney is $46,000 which increases depending on experience. Bilingualism is a plus that receives extra compensation.