Lateral Family Defense Attorney

Still She Rises, Tulsa • Tulsa, OK

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About The Position

Still She Rises, Inc. (SSR) provides free legal representation to pregnant women, mothers, and women who are primary caregivers who have been brought into the criminal legal and family policing systems. Founded in North Tulsa, SSR delivers client-centered, innovative, and holistic legal advocacy. We honor the dignity of the women we serve by championing our clients’ individual goals while working to address systemic issues that impact the broader community. SSR seeks highly motivated individuals who are deeply committed to indigent defense and trauma-informed, client-centered practice. The ideal candidate brings experience in parent defense or related practice areas and shares SSR’s commitment to holistic advocacy, racial justice and client centered lawyering. The Family Defense Practice Attorney embodies Still She Rises’ approach to advocacy through the following core responsibilities:

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in the field of parent defense or a related field
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an American Bar Association accredited law school
• Active law license in good standing with the Oklahoma Bar, or eligibility for admission within a defined timeframe based on role and practice requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle to attend court, client meetings, and community-based obligations.
• Comfort working in varied settings , including courts, offices, community locations, and remote environments as required by practice needs.
• Occasional evening and/or weekend availabilit y as dictated by court schedules, client needs, and case demands.
• Ability to travel regularly within the Tulsa metropolitan area, with occasional in-state or out-of-state travel for court proceedings, training, or professional development.
• Proficiency with standard legal and office technology , including document drafting, case management systems, and electronic filing platforms.
• Commitment to SSR’s mission, vision, and values , including client-centered, trauma-informed, and equity-driven legal advocacy.
• Judgment, Integrity & Professional Discretion
• Curious Self-Starter
• Strong Legal Analysis & Critical Thinking
• Organization and Time Management
• Adaptability & Professional Responsiveness
• Cultural Awareness & Compassionate Client Engagement
• Persistence & Follow-Through
• Clear & Effective Written & Verbal Communication
• Collaboration & Team Orientation

Responsibilities

• Provides zealous representation to clients facing abuse and neglect allegations in juvenile deprived proceedings, from initial show cause hearings through adjudication and/or termination trials.
• Engage in early advocacy for clients during child welfare investigations and family centered services agreements.
• Representation may also include guardianship matters under Title 10A or Title 30, protective order matters, or other related family law matters with practice leader approval.
• Advocate for client-centered decision-making in all matters, with a consistent focus on achieving client’s stated goals
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary defense team members – including client advocates, mitigation specialists, and investigators – to develop and implement comprehensive strategies addressing the legal, social service and governmental challenges faced by clients
• Collaborate with other attorneys on representation of a mutual client in multiple venues, including coordinating legal strategies, co-counseling appearances/hearings.
• Develop and elevate standards of practice through innovative motions, arguments, and litigation strategies
• Commit to ongoing professional development and training to ensure excellent and zealous representation to our clients

Benefits

• comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA benefits
• 401(k) plan with 4% employer contribution
• generous PTO
• supportive supervision structure designed to support sustainability in this work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree