The Legal Projects Coordinator will collaborate with the Director of Civil Legal Advocacy to oversee the operation of the Domestic Violence Civil Advocacy PBRO and legal consult projects.
This position will oversee the operation, maintenance and coordination of the Pro Bono Restraining Order Project and the legal consult project. This will include project development, maintenance, compliance and management including but not limited to recruiting and training volunteer attorneys to provide legal consult and representation at restraining order hearings, referral management, liaison work, and data collection and reporting.
***Position is for 10 month contract through May 2025 with possible extension***
Job Responsibilities:
Assist in the ongoing recruitment, selection, and retention of volunteer attorneys for the Pro Bono Restraining Order Project.
Work with the Director of Training to develop training modules for the orientation of volunteer attorneys.
Development of training programs.
Keep cases organized and confidential including establishing protocols, file organization and retention policy compliance, and maintain all pertinent documents.
Assist sub-contracted attorneys in fulfilment of case obligations, document retrieval, and preparation, as needed.
Organize and track files for important transactions or case documents, including pleadings, and discovery documents; create and maintain a case-management database
Function as a liaison between clients, member organizations and/or outside service providers when issues or concerns arise, as needed.
Work collaboratively with fellow Program Managers, Program Directors, CCADV staff and member program staff regarding the continued evaluation and development of the programs
Assist in the ongoing recruitment, selection, and retention of volunteer attorneys for the Pro Bono Restraining Order Project.
Work with the Director of Training to develop training modules for the orientation of volunteer attorneys.
Keep cases organized and confidential including establishing protocols, file organization and retention policy compliance, and maintain all pertinent documents.
Assist sub-contracted attorneys in fulfillment of case obligations, document retrieval, and preparation, as needed.
Organize and track files for important transactions or case documents
Qualifications:
Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in a related field- although a combination of appropriate higher educational training and work or intern/volunteer experience may be considered (i.e. two years of work experience is equal to one year of college education).
Extensive experience and proficiency in the field of domestic violence, legal, or related human service issues.
The ability to work with staff of diverse backgrounds, values, and life experiences is required.
Advanced interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, which allow for working independently and as a team member.
A comprehensive understanding of the services and programs of the Connecticut domestic violence providers, as well as legal and community resources
CCADV is an equal-opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply.