Job details
Salary $16 - $45 an hour job type full-time part-time number of hires for this role 3
Qualifications
Bar (preferred)
Us work authorization (preferred)
Full job description
Arizona family solutions hand&hand legal enterprises organization llc was started on january 1, 2020Through the arizona corporations commission to help and assist individuals with disabilities and their families we assist in one of the 3 service areas1Department of economic security division of developmental disabilities 2Social security administration 3Ddd qualified vendors our agency also works very closely alongside the ddd customer service center and the arizona center for disability lawIncluding adult protective servicesWe here at arizona family solutions we want to make sureThat all people with a disability have equal and fair right to services that they are entitled toThat they have access to ddd and social security administration etcWe offer advocacy research and investigative representationThis service is for families and clientsThat need assistance with navigating the des ddd systemDue to being denied of services or have had difficulty getting services and supports they need from des or state a nonprofit agenciesThis service would also be for a person with a disabilityThat maybe treated unfairlyThat is having any type ofWrongful doing done to themThat violates their rights under the american disability actWe assist in these legal areas(ada) (civil litigation) (family law) (personal injury) (juvenile)(criminal defense) (business corporate law) (federal & state health care government civil litigation law)
1Case advocacy.
2Peer advocacy.
3Paid independent advocacy.
4Self advocacy.
1Fair housing rights etc.
2Discrimination or wrongful doing by a private or government agency
3Ddd services denials
4Social security denials
5Food and nutrition neglect
6Ddd bbp and isp representation
7Ddd vendor accusations investigations
8Research assistance
9Consulting/professional advice
10.victims of wrongful court crimes
11Investigation representation
12Sex crimes meaning sexual assault and sexual abuse
13State & federal health care government complaints and investigations
Arizona family solutions llc as an advocacy organizationOur mission is to champion the rights of people with disabilities and non disabilities through education, advocacy, and litigationOur long established intake lines and community outreach efforts enable azfs to bring high- impact cases in administrative, state, and federal courtThese cases impact the lives and conditions for many similarly situated people.
Working at azfs is more than just a job - it`s a rare opportunity to make a difference in people’s livesAzfs is an environment with the resources and leadership to support legal staff with interesting and challenging casesAzfs collaborates with private and non-profit organizations and firms across the country, providing a diverse and rich network for your legal career.
Azfs seeks a dynamic and motivated staff attorney with outstanding academic and professional credentials to join the litigation team
Reporting to the managing attorney, the staff attorney investigates and litigates impact civil rights cases on behalf of individuals with disabilities, including special education advocacy.
Applicants for the staff attorney position should have a minimum of two years of experience as a practicing attorney, including litigation experience that prepares the applicant to handle disability rights impact litigation.
Non-litigation advocacy is also required, including working with volunteers and law clerks, community outreach and training, coalition building, writing and publishing reports, planning and participating in public meetings, legislative research and lobbying, and media interviews.
Candidates should have excellent written and oral communication skills, excellent project management skills, and a keen interest in azfs mission.
Requirements:
Admission to arizona state bar;
Superb legal research, writing and analytical skills;
Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
Demonstrated commitment to disability rights, strongly preferred;
Knowledge of federal and state disability litigation, including special education,
Strongly preferred;
Experience working directly with clients;
A high level of independence, initiative, creativity, and good judgment;
Excellent management and organizational skills; and
Fluency in spoken and written english and spanish,
Is available for client, staff, and co-counsel meetings, volunteers and interns, administration, and limited staff workstations.
Compensation:
This is a full time, exempt positionCompensation consists of salary commensurate with experience in the public interest sector, insurance benefits (health, liability, life, and disability), professional
Application:
Applications welcome immediately; position open until filledApplications must include: (1) a cover letter that addresses your goals and your interest in this position; (2) resume; (3) writing sample; (4) names of three references; and (5) a list of major cases you have worked on and a description of your roleSubmit electronic application to with the words “staff attorney-az in the subject line.
Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
Job types: full-time, part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $45.00 per hour
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Covid-19 considerations:
We are a remote organization that is taking extra precaution due to covid
License/certification:
Bar (preferred)
Work location:
Fully remote
Work location: remote
