Bilingual Family Law Attorney

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Bilingual Family Law Attorney

Duties: Oversee all grant-based legal services, including legal screenings, direct services, court accompaniment and community-client outreach. Ensure excellence in direct representation, legal advice and referrals for civil and criminal legal services for sexual assault, domestic violence and stalking victims -including issues related to sexual assault and privacy, immigration, safety, financial compensation, housing, employment, education, child custody, child support, divorce and restraining orders - for all grant-based programs. Ensure that clients receive comprehensive victim advocacy - including danger assessment, safety planning, crisis counseling, court accompaniment, and assistance accessing community resources. Review grant reporting requirements and work with Bilingual Legal Advocate to capture required data, pull reports and manage client caseload efficiently. Develop screening and referral protocols to ensure that 51% of the clients served through the grant are victims of sexual assault.. Provide regular outreach to other community organizations and partners to ensure a steady stream of referrals. Strategize and track legal outcomes in cases for further review with Staff/Managing Attorney and Certified Family Law Specialist on a weekly basis;. . 2. Direct Service . . Provide direct legal services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and dating violence and stalking in Sacramento County, including legal representation and consults via phone and in-person appointments. Screen and counsel victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking to determine eligibility for services and appropriate remedies. When needed, provide advice and representation both in court and through demand letters in landlord/tenant, employment, education and privacy law matters;. Provide direct representation as counsel of record for high-risk victims with complex cases. Ensure empowering, professional relationships with clients to create an atmosphere of empathy, safety, and support. Develop client safety plans and provide appropriate referrals. Provide legal assistance and/or representation with domestic violence and civil harassment restraining orders, including other Family Law based legal action that may be appropriate like custody, support orders, etc.. Assist with preparation of court documents and filing;. Provide legal services to clients at WEAVE’s confidential shelter as necessary;. Work to eliminate barriers to service, particularly for victims from historically oppressed communities. . 3. Best Practices & Grants Compliance. . Complete required documentation - including monthly reports, grant reports, and administrative paperwork - thoroughly and in a timely manner. Administer the LAV grant’s legal services in compliance with standards for service delivery, documentation, and reporting set by California’s Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault laws, California State Bar rules and regulations, and protocols from the Office on Violence Against Women. Ensure the quality of services reflects best practices. Oversee and provide staff training in best practices with regard to the duties of a Bilingual Legal Advocate. Attend OVW sponsored training that supports victim-based interventions and best practices;. Ensure the confidentiality of all sexual assault and domestic violence victims are protected and consent forms are signed when coordinating services for individuals or families with other entities. Ensure that all client files and documentation are accurate and completeAdvocate for the empowerment, self-agency, and independence of victims according to their wishes to the fullest extent possible. Document work efforts to develop more effective ways to reach and serve minority and under-served populations. Carry out special projects and other duties as assigned.

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