Domestic Violence Victim Advocate Attorney

The Tulalip Tribes

The Tulalip Tribes publicly announces that Indian Preference in hiring shall apply to Tulalip Tribal job opportunities according to our Preference Code.

Tribal Department: Tribal Court/TOCLA

Job Summary:  The Victim Advocate Attorney provides civil legal assistance and representation to domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and dating violence victims in cases relating to their victimization.

 

Compensation:  $DOE

Minimum Required Education

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School

Minimum Related Experience

• Five (5) years of experience working in civil legal aid; or Three (3) years of experience representing clients in civil family law cases;

• Two (2) years of experience providing representation in Tribal Courts preferred

• Experience working with Native American communities

• Experience in State and Tribal litigation preferred

• Experience representing victims of domestic violence in civil litigation preferred

Required Licenses/Certifications/Prerequisites

• Valid WA State Driver’s License & Personal Automobile Insurance

• Be licensed to practice law in Washington State or become licensed to practice law in Washington State within six months

• Be a member of the Tulalip Tribal Bar or able to pass the Tulalip Tribal Bar Exam after acceptance of position

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check

Terms of Employment:  This is a Contracted Full-Time position.