What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Attorney position at Maryland Crime Victims' Resource Center, Inc.?
Summary
Maryland Crime Victims’ Resource Center, Inc. is a nonprofit organization providing free advocacy and legal support for victims of crime throughout Maryland.
MCVRC is dedicated to hiring a diverse workforce that fosters opportunities for personal and professional development. We provide a collaborative and supportive environment built upon our fundamental core principles where each employee is valued. Join us in the fight for the rights of all victims of crime.
MCVRC seeks a highly skilled, innovative visionary professional to provide legal representation, advocacy and support services to Maryland crime victims and victim representatives.
Primary Duties and Essential Functions
- Provide legal advice and representation to Maryland crime victims and victim representatives throughout all phases of criminal prosecutions.
- Respond to requests for legal assistance.
- Collaborates with MCVRC Victim Services and Legal teams to address the legal, advocacy and support needs of each client.
- Develop cases, including interviewing victims, researching relevant case law and codes, drafting, and preparing various legal documents and making oral arguments on a client’s behalf.
- Assists in maintaining a case management system by ensuring accurate record keeping and data entry of client cases and files.
- Assists with grant reporting by ensuring accuracy of data.
- Provide and attend necessary staff development and training.
- Conducts and participates in community outreach activities.
- Represent MCVRC at local, state, and national conferences, seminars, and events, making presentations as needed.
- Supports agency mission.
- Other duties as assigned.
JOB TYPE, PAY, BENEFITS & CONDITIONS, SCHEDULE
Job Type - Full-Time
Salary - $85,490
Benefits – 401k, Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life
Schedule – Monday – Friday flexibility with some remote work
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Law Degree and bar membership required
- 5-years’ experience with victim services and victims’ rights preferred
- Bi-Lingual, English and Spanish a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,490.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- MDEC: 2 years (Required)
- victim service: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Maryland Bar License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Baltimore, MD 21201: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Baltimore, MD 21201
Salary : $85,490