Attorney Negotiator

This position is located in the Domestic Violence Division of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. The mission of the Superior Court's Domestic Violence Division is to resolve domestic violence disputes, protect domestic violence victims, and hold perpetrators accountable. The Attorney Negotiator evaluates cases and negotiates resolutions on civil protection orders, anti-stalking orders, custody, support, and property issues using dispute‑resolution techniques and skills. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited university or college with a law degree, admission to practice law before the Courts of the District of Columbia, and at least three (3) years of Domestic Violence practice with experience in Family Law preferred. At least one (1) year of experience in Alternative Dispute Resolution (i.e., mediation, arbitration, negotiations, and/or case evaluation) is required. Specific alternative dispute resolution training may substitute for one (1) year of ADR experience. Must submit documentation of education (copy of law degree) with your application; without it, your application will not be considered. Must attach active bar identification number at the time your application is submitted. DC Court Policy 1060.VI. – Practice of Law Judges, Magistrate Judges, law clerks, judicial administrative assistants, and non‑judicial employees shall not engage in the practice of law while employed by the District of Columbia Courts. Notwithstanding this prohibition, an employee may act pro se and may, without compensation, give legal advice to and draft or review documents for a member of one’s family. Benefits The DC Courts offer federal benefits including life insurance, retirement benefits, health insurance, and workers compensation. Supplemental vision and dental plans, as well as a commuter transit benefit subsidy, are also provided. Other Information The incumbent should be an enthusiastic and engaged professional who enjoys working with a diverse group of Court personnel and customers and lives the DC Courts’ values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and Transparency. Applicants must authorize the release of adult criminal records revealing any convictions and forfeitures, and any criminal cases currently pending before the courts. If selected for the position, a criminal history records check will be conducted. #J-18808-Ljbffr District of Columbia Courts