Hybrid Staff Attorney

Position Overview

VLAS seeks a full-time Hybrid Staff Attorney serving the Danville area. This position will support our domestic violence advocacy, representing individuals and families facing family abuse and related civil legal issues. The attorney will work in a hybrid model, with remote work encouraged and travel to Danville and the surrounding counties as necessary.

General Responsibilities

• Preparation of client cases to be brought before state and federal courts
• Representation of clients before the appropriate forum, with co-counseling by a more experienced attorney when necessary
• Post-trial follow-up and closure of cases after settlement has been reached
• Outreach and education to survivors, community partners, and the public regarding domestic violence issues in the Danville area
• Assisting the Managing Attorney with the development of office initiatives supporting family safety in Danville and the surrounding counties
• Performance of other related duties and assignments as required

Duties

Case Development and Preparation

• Confirm client eligibility using standard VLAS eligibility guidelines
• Establish the facts of each case (client interviews, data collection, file review, written summaries)
• Maintain complete and accurate client files in accordance with VLAS procedures
• Prepare cases for presentation:
• Research statutes, case law, and administrative procedures
• Draft pleadings, briefs, discovery, notices, motions, and correspondence
• Counsel clients and prepare for hearings and trials

Representation and Advocacy

• Work with a Managing Attorney or experienced attorney on:
• Pre-filing review of documents
• Cocounseling on hearings and trials
• Represent clients in:
• Pretrial negotiations
• Agency and court hearings and trials
• Appeals, where appropriate

Professional Responsibilities and Collaboration

• Prepare materials for case closure
• Attend training and fulfill Virginia MCLE requirements, including peer training and mentorship opportunities
• Provide outreach and community legal education
• Participate in VLAS practice groups and committees
• Assist in maintaining relationships with bar associations and community organizations
• Report regularly to the Managing Attorney
• Complete required activity and timekeeping reports
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Admitted to the Virginia State Bar
• Eligible for admission as an out-of-state attorney (attorneys with two years of practice in another state may practice for legal aid in Virginia without examination)
• Or eligible to sit for the next bar examination
• Spanish-speaking ability is a plus