Job Description: Hotline Attorneys
Status: Contractual, Part time, Schedule varies
Salary: $26-30 per hou
Office climate: Flexible, casual dress, committed to excellence.

The Women's Law Center of Maryland, Inc. (WLC) is a feminist, non-profit membership organization committed to assuring equal rights for women.

We are recruiting contractual attorneys to work shifts on our Family Law Hotline and Legal Forms Helpline. Each shift is 3-4 hours in length. We also offer for Spanish language services on the Legal Forms Helpline.

Duties and Responsibilities Include:
Under the direct supervision of the WLC's Legal Projects Manager, and the supervision of Executive Director,

1. Respond to caller's questions on family law issues, including divorce, custody and child support, provide legal information, assistance and make appropriate referrals;
2. Complete necessary paperwork associated with calls; and
3. Attend trainings and meetings as needed.

Requirements:

1. Must have 2-3 years experience in family law cases;
2. Must have good judgment, empathy, and strong customer service skills;
3. Must have strong oral communication skills, including courteous and clear telephone communication skills;
4. Experience working with the public;
5. Admission to the Maryland Bar required;
6. Spanish-speaking attorney strongly sought; and
7. Basic computer skills desired.

To apply, send cover letter and resume via mail or fax to:

Danielle R. Cover
Legal Projects Manager
Women's Law Center of Maryland, Inc.
305 West Chesapeake Avenue, Suite 201
Towson, Maryland 21204
FAX 410-321-0462
Email: dcover@wlcmd.org

Updated 3/07

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