Legal Advocate

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Utilize your valuable skills to support, empower andadvocate for victims of domestic violence. We are seeking a LegalAdvocate to join our dedicated team that provides support, informationand advocacy to victims of domestic violence as they navigate the legalsystems in Dane County. The Legal Advocate provides direct services tovictims, including court accompaniment, and assistance with legalreferrals, restraining orders, civil, criminal, and other court matters.The Legal Advocate acts as a Service Representative per WI 895.45., isnot a lawyer or attorney, and does not provide legal advice. PrimaryDuties - Engages in the provision of direct services to victims ofdomestic violence Supports clients in a variety of ways, including byphone, email, court and hearing accompaniment, and through face-to-faceinteractions. Provides information relating to restraining orders,family and criminal court proceedings, and immigration laws. Assistsclients with safety planning, problem solving, completion of forms,documents and other paperwork for legal proceedings and hearings.Provides clients with information on community resources, serviceproviders and referrals. Participates in community education efforts asrequested Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships withcommunity partners OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:Qualifications: Our clients come from all different backgrounds, and sodo our employees. If you're passionate about what you could accomplishhere, and you meet the minimum requirements of the position, we'd loveto hear from you. Persons of color and LGBTQIA+ individuals areencouraged to apply, as the strength of our team stems from ourdiversity. DAIS is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.Required: A bachelor's degree is preferred, though relevant workexperience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Ability to comprehendand analyze legal information, including statutes and the ability todistill information in a way that is understandable to clients isrequired. Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.Position requires valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record,proof of insurance and access to a vehicle during work hours. Preferred:Experience working with trauma survivors is strongly preferred.Experience in crisis intervention preferred. Knowledge of the legalrights of victims and of the civil and criminal legal systems ispreferred. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Mail a Rsum: ALLapplications (regardless of submission method) should have thefollowing: Cover letter, resume and DAIS application (found on ourwebsite) Application materials may be mailed to 2102 Fordem Ave.,Madison, WI 53704 Attn: Human Resources E-Mail a Rsum: Apply Online:Fax a Rsum: Fax coverletter, resume & DAIS application to 608-284-2134 Other: Allapplications must include a cover letter, resume & DAIS application tobe considered by our hiring team.

Created: 2025-10-04