What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Attorney position at Child Justice, Inc.?
Are you passionate about advocating for children and protective parents in high-conflict family law cases? Do you want to use your legal skills to fight for justice and create systemic change? Child Justice, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Staff Attorney to join our team and make a meaningful difference.
Why Join Us?
✔️ Represent clients in protective order, child custody, divorce, and complex litigation cases
✔️ Work in a collaborative legal team tackling systemic advocacy and policy reform
✔️ Engage in client-centered legal representation from intake to appeals
✔️ Gain hands-on litigation experience in Maryland Circuit & District Courts
✔️ Be part of a mission-driven nonprofit committed to protecting vulnerable children
What You’ll Do
🔹 Provide full-scale litigation representation in family law cases
🔹 Conduct client intakes, legal assessments, and case preparation
🔹 Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and memoranda of law
🔹 Represent clients in court hearings, trials, and appeals
🔹 Collaborate with legal staff, social workers, and policy advocates
🔹 Train and supervise interns, paralegals, and junior staff
🔹 Engage in systemic advocacy and policy reform to improve child protection laws
What We’re Looking For
✅ J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
✅ Licensed to practice in Maryland (good standing)
✅ 2-5 years of experience in family law, child protection, or legal services
✅ Knowledge of Maryland domestic violence & child protection laws
✅ Excellent litigation, research, and writing skills
✅ Strong interpersonal and client advocacy abilities
✅ Passion for serving survivors of interpersonal violence and child abuse
Perks & Benefits
✨ Competitive salary ($90K - $95K DOE)
✨ Hybrid work environment (mix of remote & in-office work)
✨ Professional development & training
✨ Meaningful work that changes lives
📢 Ready to Join Us?
Apply today!
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Salary : $90,000 - $95,000
