Legal Center Staff Attorney Job at YWCA of Greater Harrisburg, Harrisburg, PA

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  • YWCA of Greater Harrisburg
  • Harrisburg, PA

Job Description

The YWCA Greater Harrisburg is seeking a full-time, experienced  Staff Attorney   with a background in family law to join our growing legal team service Dauphin County.  The ideal candidate will provide strategic legal counsel on family law matters and support clients through their legal journeys.  This role offers the opportunity to build a meaningful career, make a lasting impact by fostering just communities, and advocate for justice for survivors.  

At the YWCA Greater Harrisburg, we specialize in providing compassionate, holistic, and results-oriented legal services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking during some of life's most challenging moments.  Our family law practice encompasses divorce, child custody, spousal support, and protection orders.  We are committed to guiding our clients through these complex legal processes with empathy and expertise.  

This position will: 
  • Provide legal needs assessments, legal advice, and representation to clients on family law matters including divorce, child custody, support, and protection orders.
  • Draft and review legal documents such as petitions, motions, agreements, etc.
  • Represent clients in negotiations, mediation, and court proceedings when necessary.
  • Conduct legal research on family law issues and stay current on legal developments and precedents.
  • Manage multiple family law cases, ensuring timely delivery of legal services and effective communication with clients.
  • Collaborate with the agency’s legal team, victim advocates, clients, and other stakeholders to achieve favorable outcomes in family law disputes.
  • Collect, record, and track service and client data for grant management including demographics, types of services, time, and legal outcomes.
Successful Candidates Will Have:
  • An ability to maintain the highest standards of legal proficiency and ethics.
  • Deep understanding of family law principles, including property division, child custody, and support guidelines.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive client matters.
  • Excellent research, writing, and advocacy skills.
  • Commitment to teamwork and an ability to develop trust and demonstrate integrity across the organization.
Position Details:
  • Hours: Monday - Friday 8am-4pm
  • Salary : Negotiable, depending on experience.
  • To Apply : please submit resume and cover letter with salary requirements.
Position Requirements: 
  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Active license to practice law in Pennsylvania.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in family law.
  • Current FBI, criminal, and child abuse clearance or the ability and willingness to obtain
Our Awesome Benefits Include :
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending account
  • Employee assistance program
  • Life Insurance, Short term and long term disability
  • Generous paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Pension retirement plan
  • 11 Paid Holidays

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,

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