Description
Make a Difference with Your Law Degree
Are you a compassionate, dedicated attorney looking to use your legal expertise to empower survivors and create meaningful change? The Domestic Violence Action Center (DVAC) is seeking a Staff Attorney to join our legal services team and stand alongside survivors of domestic violence as they pursue safety, justice, and healing.
This is more than a legal job—this is an opportunity to help transform lives.
About the Role
As a Staff Attorney at DVAC, you will provide trauma-informed legal representation to survivors of intimate partner violence. You’ll work collaboratively with our advocacy team to ensure clients receive holistic and compassionate support.
Key responsibilities include:
- Carry and manage a caseload of 25–35 active family law cases
- Represent clients in Family Court, including hearings, drafting pleadings, legal research, and litigation
- Collaborate with advocates and paralegals to ensure seamless client-centered service
- Provide legal support to our community through the DVAC Helpline
- Contribute to policy development, case acceptance standards, and legal outreach efforts
Why Join DVAC?
- Impact-Driven Work: Be part of a respected nonprofit rooted in survivor-centered advocacy and legal services
- Supportive Team Culture: Collaborate with attorneys, advocates, and professionals deeply committed to our mission
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for legal training, policy influence, and leadership within the community
- Work-Life Balance: Full-time, salaried role with predictable hours and meaningful, focused work
Additional Details
- This position reports directly to the CEO and Manager of Legal Services
- Regular attendance at case reviews, community trainings, and legal reporting is expected
- Must be able to work at the DVAC office and attend court hearings on Oahu
- Prior written approval is required for outside employment
We have a generous benefits package that includes the following;
100% paid health, dental, vision with UHA
Generous Paid Leave Policy (10 hours per pay period, beginning your first day of work)
Profit sharing with Mutual of America.
Life Insurance
Pet Insurance
Flexible spending with PIOPAC
14 paid holidays
Your birthday off
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Ready to Stand with Survivors?
To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and three professional references to:
https://domesticviolenceactioncenter.org/jobs/
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
Minimum Qualifications:
- JD from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in Hawaii
- No pending disciplinary actions or past ODC complaints
- Litigation experience or willingness to litigate
- Familiarity with family law, Hawaii Family Court, and domestic violence issues
- Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills
Desired Qualifications:
- Passion and empathy for working with survivors of trauma
- Understanding of feminist legal principles and the dynamics of family violence
- Commitment to a collaborative, culturally aware work environment
- Desire to grow professionally and advocate for social justice
