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Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney Expungement and Civil Protection Order Programs
Washington, DC

Job Title: Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney for Expungement and Civil Protection Order Programs
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Organization: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (formerly known as D.C. Law Students in Court)
Department: Legal Services
Experience: At least five years of relevant post-law school experience for Senior Staff Attorney position

About the Organization:
- Established in 1969, RFJ is the oldest clinical teaching program in the District of Columbia
- Operates as a public interest legal services provider and clinical education program
- Dedicated to providing free legal representation to low-income residents of Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities:
- Directly representing clients in expungement and civil protection order cases
- Conducting client intake interviews and providing legal advice at the D.C. Superior Court office
- Developing and facilitating outreach and community education initiatives and training sessions
- Assisting with organizational fundraising activities and data entry in the case management system
- Mentoring pro bono attorneys and training and supervising legal assistants or interns (depending on experience)

Qualifications:
- Licensed to practice in the District of Columbia or eligible to waive into the DC Bar
- Experience representing individuals from diverse backgrounds and marginalized communities
- Demonstrated commitment to client-centered representation for clients accused of criminal conduct
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
- Excellent oral and written advocacy skills
- Spanish fluency preferred but not required
- Criminal litigation experience highly desirable

Diversity and Inclusion:
- RFJ embraces equal justice and diversity as core values
- Committed to fostering a workplace that is vibrant, welcoming, innovative, and collaborative
- Encourages the thoughtful exchange of ideas and respects all voices
- Committed to diversity, inclusion, and non-discrimination in all aspects of employment

Hours and Benefits:
- Full-time position based on a 40-hour work week
- Excellent benefits package including employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous sick, annual, and personal leave
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid federal and local holidays

How to Apply:
- Submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample by email to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***
- Indicate "Expungement and Civil Protection Order Programs [your full name]" in the subject line
- Application deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled






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