The Tulalip Office of Civil Legal Aid (TOCLA) is a multi-disciplinary civil legal aid office located within the Tulalip Tribal Court system in Tulalip, which is located in Snohomish County, Washington. TOCLA provides legal assistance to low income tribal members facing civil legal issues that affect their safety, family integrity, health, access to education, and public benefits. TOCLA provides culturally sensitive, competent representation in a holistic manner by collaborating with other tribal legal and social services to assist clients in identifying legal and non-legal needs, and to address barriers in accessing services. Our office consists of five attorney positions who represent eligible tribal members in a variety of cases within the Tulalip Tribal Court.
The Victim Advocate Attorney works in collaboration with the Tulalip Tribes Legacy of Healing department to provide civil legal services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, or stalking. TOCLA’s Victim Advocate Attorney seeks to ensure the rights of all individuals to a safe and secure environment, and to empower those who are oppressed by reducing trauma and ending re-victimization resulting in the protection of future generations. We are looking for an applicant who is passionate about enforcing the legal rights of survivors of violence, who enjoys working closely with our clients in the Tulalip Tribal community, and who is a team player in our collaborative and supportive office. Please see the enclosed job description for more information.
We provide a generous compensation and benefit package, including significant professional development opportunities.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
1. Represent victims in civil legal proceedings; including Snohomish County and Tulalip Tribal Courts;
2. Manage and maintain case files according to office systems and follow general office procedures;
3. Work with tribal agencies and programs to strengthen client cases;
4. Participate in weekly case consultation with the Tulalip Office of Civil Legal Aid;
5. Attend weekly meetings with the Legacy of Healing department;
6. Assist in community awareness about domestic violence legal issues;
7. Prepare written reports regarding cases and the case results;
8. Continue professional development, including continuing legal education and training in the areas of
Indian law and domestic violence issues;
9. Coordinate with Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County to increase services to Native
women.
10. Respond in a timely manner to comply with court orders;
11. Provide trial and post-trial management and case monitoring;
12. Attend client meetings as well as any other mandatory meetings;
13. Meet individually with clients in a variety of settings as necessary;
14. Work collaboratively with clients, their families, and service providers;
15. Negotiate court orders and services as necessary;
16. Direct and oversee the work of a legal assistant or paralegal;
17. Adhere to all grant regulations and assist with writing grant reports in a timely manner;
18. Serve on the Law and Justice Committee and sub-committees as needed;
19. Assist with other duties within the Tulalip Office of Civil Legal Aid as requested;
20. Regular and satisfactory attendance and punctuality;
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
MINIMUM RELATED EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years’ experience working with at least one of the following: 1) representing clients in civil
cases; 2) working in civil legal aid; or 3) representing tribal members in Tribal Courts
Federal or State litigation experience preferred
Experience representing victims of domestic violence in civil litigation preferred
REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/PREREQUISITES:
- 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
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Federal and state laws pertaining to Native Americans
Domestic violence victims’ advocacy
Excellent legal research, writing, and oral communication skills
A basic understanding or experience working with or within American Indian communities
Must have the ability and desire to work with diverse and low-income populations
Basic filing system principles
Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or Word, Excel, and Access
Grants, grant management, and grant reporting is a plus
ABLE TO:
Have the tolerance and patience to work with upset, frustrated, or impaired persons
Work independently with minimal supervision
Maintain all office records in strictest confidentiality according to Washington State Bar Rules of
Professional Responsibility
Be dependable and trustworthy
Work flexible hours as needed
Attend progressive related training as deemed necessary
Please send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to both:
- Tulalip Tribal Court Director Alicia Horne: [email protected]
- TOCLA Program Manager Mika Jira at [email protected]
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