Supervising Attorney Domestic Violence Job at Hope's Door NY, Westchester County, NY

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  • Hope's Door NY
  • Westchester County, NY

Job Description

Job Description

About the Company

We are seeking a highly experienced Supervising Attorney to join the Hope’s Door Legal Center team, providing vital support to survivors of domestic violence with information, legal advice, and representation in family law, matrimonial actions, custody and visitation, child support, and orders of protection. The ideal candidate will be passionate about serving marginalized communities and committed to ensuring justice and safety for domestic violence survivors.

About the Role

The Supervising Attorney will supervise and mentor staff attorneys, provide consultations and strategic guidance, review pleadings and motions, and represent a limited caseload of clients directly in court.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the staff attorneys, ensuring strong legal strategies and professional development.
  • Conduct consultations and provide legal advice to clients and staff.
  • Write, review and approve pleadings, motions, and court submissions.
  • Represent clients in Westchester County courts on select matters.
  • Collaborate with the Chief of Legal Services and community partners to strengthen legal advocacy for survivors.

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and admission to practice law in New York State, in good standing.
  • 10+ years of legal experience, including litigation, negotiation and drafting, in family law, preferably DV practice.

Required Skills

  • Strong leadership skills with proven experience mentoring attorneys.
  • Commitment to trauma informed, culturally competent legal advocacy.

Preferred Skills

  • Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Pay range and compensation package

Total Compensation Potential: Up to $102,780–$112,780 annually, including a monthly cash benefit of $1,065 (equivalent to up to $12,780 per year), which can be applied to insurance premiums or added directly to your paycheck.

  • Life Insurance - Short and Long-term Disability Coverage
  • 401(k) Participation Eligibility on 1st of following month of hire
  • PTO: 25 days
  • Sick: 12 days
  • Holidays: 10 days

Equal Opportunity Statement

Hope’s Door is a proud equal opportunity employer. People of all races, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, ability/disability, and veteran status are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Tags

Temporary work,

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