Domestic Violence Legal Advocate

Do you have problem-solving and conflict resolution skills? Are you a good communicator?  During crisis situations, are you the person that remains calm? Can you multitask? If so, then we are looking for you.

The DV Legal Advocate helps clients move smoothly through the legal process. They will also interface directly with the client and provide information, court monitoring, and moral support for abuse victims during the judicial proceedings.

Other essential functions include the following:

• Assist clients in obtaining Temporary Protective Orders (TPOs) and at the final hearing.
• Provide follow-up services to victims of both during the ex-parte process and after obtaining an extension order.
• Assist victims of domestic violence in gathering necessary information for TPO hearings when necessary.
• Coordinate with Superior Court Clerk's Office, Judges, and Sheriff's Office in developing ongoing procedures and training programs that work to protect domestic violence victim's rights and access to the judicial system in Cherokee County.
• Escort victims on an as needed basis to court procedures involving domestic violence issues to include but not limited to ex parte hearings for TPOs, final TPO hearings, and at the request of the victim to criminal proceedings, grand jury appearances, bond hearings, and magistrate court.
• Assist the DA's Office in gathering victim information on specified domestic violence cases.
• Conduct in-service training for law enforcement, social service agencies, task force members and volunteers on legal changes and information concerning victims of domestic violence. 
• Support activities of the Domestic Violence Task Force.
• Assist victims in filing for victim compensation, where eligible.
• Assist in the training of volunteers.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings and workshops.

Education & Formal Training:

Bachelors in Criminal Justice, Social Services, or another related field.