Victims of Crimes Act (VOCA) Staff Attorney

Company: Northern Mississippi Rural Legal Services
Location: West Point
Posted on: October 18, 2024

Job Description:

Victims of Crimes Act (VOCA) Staff Attorney
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The VOCA Staff Attorney is responsible for the provision of a full range of comprehensive legal assistance to eligible clients and client groups (hereinafter referred to collectively as "clients") as a practicing attorney, licensed in Mississippi, in accordance with program guidelines, priorities, case handler standards & the Mississippi Rules of Professional Conduct.
Duties: Responsible for all phases of the following:

• Client Advocacy
  
• Maintain an active caseload consistent with the duties of NMRLS staff attorneys;
  
• Keep apprised of changes in the law and other issues that may affect NMRLS client population, and advise the Managing Attorney and other staff of such issues.
  
• Administrative
  
• Conduct or participate in training, public speaking forums, State Bar legal education forums and other public functions on a regular basis;
  
• Comply with office policies and procedures;
  
• Represent the program at meetings and other external functions as may be required.
  
  QUALIFICATIONS:
  Must hold a JD degree and be licensed in the State of Mississippi at the time of hiring. Demonstrated sensitivity to the legal problems of low-income persons. Strong writing, verbal, analytical and interpersonal skills are required as well as good judgment. Such other experience, qualifications and skills as are deemed appropriate.
  SUPERVISOR(S):
  VOCA Project Director
  SALARY/FRINGE BENEFITS:
  Salary depending on experience; excellent fringe benefits.
  OPENING/CLOSING DATES:
  Open until filled.
  APPLICATION:
  Send resume, writing sample, and three (3) letters of reference to:
  Ben Thomas Cole, II, Executive DirectorNorth Mississippi Rural Legal ServicesP. O. Box 767Oxford, MS 28655(662) 234-8731, Ext. 2108
  Or e-mail resume to us by clicking "apply" on this job posting.
  NMRLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
  
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