Overview
Staff Attorney – Criminal Record Relief Division – James B Moran Center Youth Advocacy Jobs in Evanston, Illinois, USA at Ascend Justice
Position: Staff Attorney – Criminal Record Relief Division – James B Moran Center for Youth Advocacy
Staff Attorney – Criminal Record Relief Division
Location
James B Moran Center for Youth Advocacy
1900 Dempster Street
Evanston , IL 60202
United States
The James
B. Moran Center for Youth Advocacy’s Criminal Record Relief Staff Attorney delivers all legal programming related to providing criminal record relief, including the Moran Center’s Expungement & Sealing Help Desk. The Criminal Record Relief Staff Attorney reports to the Director of Legal Services.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Delivers legal services related to criminal record relief:
Provides direct legal representation to Moran Center clients and pro se assistance to users in petitioning for criminal record relief;
Manages outcome data in collaboration with the Program Support Analyst;
Creates and maintains legal case filing system;
Leads efforts in educating community members about criminal record relief:
Provides informational presentations and/or trainings on various topics including expungement and sealing, how criminal histories affect employment and education opportunities, “Know Your Rights” presentations, etc.;
Identifies legal issues within the community that require systemic reforms;
Coordinates with the Director of Legal Services to identify opportunities for legal collaboration with other agencies and growth within the organization; and
Represents the Moran Center at various community meetings, functions etc., as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Moran Center will continue accepting applications for the position until filled.
The Moran Center is an Equal Opportunity
Employer:
People of color, women, persons with disabilities, the elderly, gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender, and Veterans are welcomed and encouraged to apply. We believe that a diversity of experiences and backgrounds is fundamental to achieving our mission.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
J.D from an accredited law school and current Illinois bar membership in good standing
Prior legal services experience preferred
Familiarity with trauma informed and culturally aware legal services
Passion for social justice, working to advance the vision of more just, racially equitable, and restorative society
Pay scale and benefits
SALARY:$65,000 – $80,000 annualized salary based on experience
BENEFITS:
Healthcare for employees, their spouse and/or children, including dental and vision.
Life Insurance.
Flexible spending account (FSA) for qualified expenditures, including for health care and childcare.
403B/Roth retirement saving plan with employer match.
Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, wellness, holidays and winter break)
Paid Maternal/Paternal/Family Leave.
Cell phone and technology reimbursement.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Supportive, team-based environment and commitment to ongoing professional development.
Position type
Full-time
How to Apply
TO APPLY:
Interested parties should send a cover letter and resume to Director of Operations, Shirley Kuzmanic-Galan at (Use the “Apply for this Job” box below).
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Title: Staff Attorney – Criminal Record Relief Division – James B Moran Center Youth Advocacy
Company: Ascend Justice
Location: Evanston, Illinois, USA
Category: Law/Legal
