Victims of Crimes Act (VOCA) Staff Attorney

Company: Northern Mississippi Rural Legal Services
Location: West Point
Posted on: September 23, 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 , 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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