Domestic Violence Staff Attorney

GEORGIA LEGAL SERVICES PROGRAM INC • Dalton, GA

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Georgia Legal Services Program (GLSP), a statewide nonprofit public interest law firm, is seeking a Domestic Violence Staff Attorney for its Dalton Regional office. GLSP provides free civil legal services to low-income individuals across Georgia, serving residents outside metro Atlanta in 154 counties through 10 regional offices. The organization employs approximately 182 full-time staff members and works on a range of civil legal issues.

The attorney will provide high-quality legal representation and advocacy to survivors of domestic violence, including litigation in administrative, state, and federal forums. The role also involves collaboration with domestic violence shelters, community education and outreach, and participation in efforts to address systemic issues affecting low-income clients. This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position with a six-month probationary period and a 35-hour work week. Exempt employees are expected to work the hours necessary to fulfill their responsibilities.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Georgia Bar, or willingness to sit for the next exam.
• Reliable vehicle and driver’s license.
• Demonstrated interest or experience working with low-income clients on poverty law issues and commitment to social justice.
• Ability to work with diverse populations, backgrounds, and perspectives.
• Excellent oral advocacy, research, and writing skills.
• Attention to detail and self-motivation.
• Ability to be creative and a team player.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Litigate cases in administrative, state, and federal forums.
• Draft briefs, motions, and memoranda.
• Conduct community legal education sessions and engage in outreach activities.
• Participate on action teams that explore and solve systemic issues affecting clients.
• Collaborate with domestic violence shelters to provide legal services to victims of domestic violence.
• Participate in domestic violence task force meetings.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Option to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account.
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability plan.
• 15 accrued vacation days, increasing to 20 days after 3 years of employment.
• 12 accrued sick days.
• 13 paid holidays, including a birthday holiday.
• 35-hour work week for full-time employees.
• 403(b) retirement plan with 4% match.
• Up to 10 weeks paid parental leave.
• Organizational wellness activities.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Additional compensation for employees who pass GLSP’s Spanish proficiency test.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree