Family Law Managing Attorney

PROGRAM(S): Legal Services Sector / Community Safety & Wellbeing Division

OPENING DATE: February 1, 2024

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled; reviewing applications as received.

LANGUAGE: Fluency in English and another language (Spanish preferred)

REQUIREMENTS: Juris Doctorate, licensed to practice law in Oregon in good standing Must have vehicle and insurance to drive during business hours. Must be able to pass extensive Background Check

OPENING STATEMENT

IRCO is deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and diversity and welcomes applications from women, underrepresented minorities, persons with disabilities, sexual minority groups, and other candidates who will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are core values of IRCO. We believe that our organization is enhanced when diverse groups of people with diverse ideas come together. Applicants whose work incorporates a global perspective and a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity are particularly encouraged to apply.

POSITION SUMMARY

IRCOs Legal Services envisions a safe, welcoming, and inclusive Oregon for immigrants and refugees. Our work is focused on creating more access to direct legal services that provide more security and stability for our most vulnerable community members. This position leads IRCOs Family Legal Services unit, supporting and training attorneys and staff providing family legal services to IRCO clients. Responsibilities include liaising with colleague agencies, ensuring quality client outcomes, successful and timely completion of funder required reports, and implementation of standards, forms, and processes. The position will represent members of our immigrant and refugee communities in family law proceedings in the Portland metro area.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Represent survivors of domestic violence in their family law matters including guardianship, child custody, divorce, and restraining orders (including trial)
• Self-manage a case load and contribute to data gathering, reporting, and advocacy to funders.
• Conduct legal research and prepare written filings as part of ongoing representation.
• Communicate and collaborate with IRCOs immigration and disability legal services units and our Survivors Services department, as well as other local non-profit service providers.
• Work with paralegals and assistants to generate processes and procedures to support ongoing workflow.
• Participate in funding conversations with private and public funders; work with agency Development Team to support proposals made to various funding sources; and engage in long-term growth and sustainability planning.
• Assist with other projects and duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.
• Licensure with the Oregon State Bar.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in family law.
• First chair family law trial experience.
• Fluent in another language other than English (Spanish preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and online legal research.
• Must be able to pass criminal history background check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with immigrant and refugee communities (preferred).
• Strong attention to detail.
• Case management experience.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of management.
• Ability to utilize trauma-informed lawyering practices in providing compassionate representation to our community members.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; self-starting with a growth mindset is a must.

KNOWLEDGE:

Education: Doctorate Degree (6) (Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school)

Experience: 2-3 years of experience is required (4) in family law Licensure,

Certification: Must be a member in good standing with the Oregon State Bar

Additional Language Required: Bilingual (and/or Bicultural) in another language, preferred.

Computers: All positions at IRCO require use of a computer and experience working with Microsoft Products including but not limited to Microsoft 365, Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

SKILLS:

Communication:

Frequent communication inside and outside the organization to communicate organizational direction (7)

Creativity:

Regular need to design and develop multiple program functions (work units) and related processes and procedures (6)

EFFORT:

Mental:

Ongoing shifts in priority and demands require the need for review and integration of diversified functions and interests (6) Physical:

Position requires little physical effort such as lifting, carrying, or constant movement, but does allow for movement needed to complete work tasks (1)

RESPONSIBILITY:

Impact and Influence:

Positions at this level have an on-going impact on organization operations, program outcomes, expense, or budgetary outcomes. Program and policy development, which could be significant, is also part of the job responsibilities. (5)

Work Independence:

Positions at this level are single incumbent high-level staff or technical positions, or those of the Senior Management Team where no internal review is likely because of specific nature of the position. Positions function with virtual autonomy (6)

Planning:

Positions at this level have on-going planning and goal-setting responsibilities. Planning processes typically impact more than one function or work unit. Planning is made more difficult because of the number of alternatives or obstacles (5)

Supervision:

Positions at this level are normally responsible for full managerial responsibility including providing direction to other supervisors/managers regarding the supervision of their staff. Supervisory span will include direct and indirect reports (6)

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Environment:

This level has a work environment that is well protected, with virtually no hazards or obstacles. There is very little element of personal risk or hazard. Job conditions are stable, usually well managed, and very comfortable. (1)

Schedule:

The work schedule is mostly stable and does not fluctuate without prior notice. (2)