Description

Goal
To provide legal representation to agency clients and to be responsive to Helpline callers
with understanding and compassion for the emotional needs of survivors. 

Minimum Qualifications
Attorney licensed to practice in Hawaii with a law degree from an accredited law school.
Insurable. No pending disciplinary counsel complaints or prior ODC actions in any
jurisdiction. Familiarity with substantive and procedural family law. Experience in
litigation or willingness to litigate cases. Familiarity with domestic violence issues, Family
Court in Hawaii or another jurisdiction, system procedures, and service providers in the
community. Commitment to client-centered legal advocacy. Excellent written and verbal
communication skills. Highly organized, ability to multi-task.

Desired Qualifications
Willingness and ability to work with and represent individuals dealing with the effects of
physical, emotional, psychological and sexual abuse. Knowledge of Feminist philosophy
of violence against women. Knowledge of the dynamics of family violence. Willingness to
work collaboratively with advocates as well as other staff representing victims of domestic
violence. Ability to adapt to changing work environment and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

1. Carry a caseload of 25-35 active cases, not including restraining orders, ensuring
   movement and progression of all cases.
2. Interview and assess clients, draft pleadings, conduct legal research, appear in court
   on behalf of agency clients, attend hearings and meetings and fulfill other
   responsibilities required of a licensed attorney in Hawaii representing clients on a
   timely basis, ensuring all court deadlines are met and calendared.
3. Answer calls for information, community referrals, advocacy, or crisis counseling on
   the Legal Helpline; evaluate the seriousness of the calls and handle calls in a calm
   and professional manner.
4. Make appropriate community referrals for clients/callers needing additional support
   from community resources.
5. Oversee and direct paralegal staff assigned to clients/cases and collaborate with
   advocates and other agency staff to ensure the delivery of appropriate and timely
   legal representation and other services in keeping with the agency’s overall goals and
   philosophy.
6. Work with legal and advocacy staff to provide efficient and effective legal case
   management and communication.
7. Provide input regarding agency protocols for client case acceptance, client fees for
   service, referrals to private attorneys, standards of practice, and handling Helpline
   calls.
8. Work with the Managing Attorney to represent the agency in the community.
9. Assist with all necessary organizational reporting of legal services and agency
   activities by documenting appearances, telephone contacts, materials, preparation,
   client contacts, and community consultations accurately.
10. Keep accurate time sheets and time charge codes and ensure all court and clientrelated deadlines are in the Legal Team calendar.
11. Keep updated and current on issues by attending four relevant trainings, seminars,
    and conferences per year.
12. Provide trainings as requested.
13. Attend and participate in all performance evaluations and case reviews.
14. Forego outside employment without prior written consent of the Managing Attorney
    and the Chief Executive Officer.
15. Assume other duties as assigned by Managing Attorney.
16. Reports directly to the Managing Attorney.