[Hiring] Staff Attorney - Domestic Violence Divorce & Family Law Program @COMMUNITY ADVOCATES FOR FAMILY & YOUTH (CAFY)

Role Description

Community Advocates for Family & Youth (CAFY) is seeking an experienced Maryland-licensed attorney to lead our specialized divorce and family law services exclusively for domestic violence survivors and protective parents of children who have experienced abuse. This is an opportunity for an attorney who is passionate about access to justice, victim advocacy, and trauma-informed legal services to lead a growing nonprofit legal program designed to help survivors safely navigate the divorce process and related family law matters.

• Lead CAFY’s divorce proceedings program for eligible domestic violence survivors and protective parents of abused children.
• Handle uncontested and other appropriate divorce proceedings based on client eligibility and program capacity.
• Prepare and file pleadings, motions, agreements, and other court documents.
• Prepare clients for court and provide courtroom representation when appropriate.
• Assess safety concerns and incorporate domestic violence dynamics into legal strategy.
• Collaborate closely with CAFT staff attorney, legal assistant, and CAFY victim advocates, counselors, case managers, and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate case records, deadlines, documentation, and program reporting.
• Develop efficient procedures for intake, case acceptance, referrals, and case management.
• Help establish and grow a sustainable legal services model for survivors and protective parents.

Qualifications

• Active Maryland Bar license in good standing.
• Active membership with the Maryland State Bar.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Demonstrated experience handling Maryland divorce and family law matters.
• Strong understanding of domestic violence and its impact on survivors and children.
• Experience representing victims of domestic violence, protective parents, or underserved populations strongly preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and courtroom skills.
• Trauma-informed, client-centered approach.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary nonprofit environment.

Requirements

• Active Maryland Bar license in good standing.
• Active membership with the Maryland State Bar.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Demonstrated experience handling Maryland divorce and family law matters.
• Strong understanding of domestic violence and its impact on survivors and children.
• Experience representing victims of domestic violence, protective parents, or underserved populations strongly preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and courtroom skills.
• Trauma-informed, client-centered approach.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary nonprofit environment.

Benefits

• This position is structured as a program-revenue-supported opportunity.
• Compensation will be paid from income generated through the divorce and legal services program, based on the agreed compensation structure, client volume, and revenue generated.
• The attorney will have an opportunity to help build and lead the program while contributing directly to its growth and sustainability.
• Flexible work from home options available.

Company Description

CAFY provides a coordinated network of legal advocacy, victim services, counseling, crisis intervention, and supportive services. The attorney will work alongside professionals who understand the complexities of trauma, abuse, family violence, and child victimization. If you are an attorney who wants to use your legal expertise to help survivors safely move forward and protect children from continued harm, we invite you to apply.