Arizona Voice for Crime Victims (AVCV)
Summary: The legal representation will be limited to asserting and enforcing victims’ constitutional and/or statutory rights in criminal proceedings.
Requirements:
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Membership in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona and the District of Arizona
- Having reliable transportation and being able to travel throughout Arizona frequently, occasional out of state travel
- Passing a background check
- Being able to obtain a fingerprint card
Qualifications: Ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of the Federal Crime Victims’ Rights Act and the Arizona Victims’ Bill of Rights
- Experience working with members of tribes
- Experience in the state and federal criminal justice system
- Excellent research, writing, and oral argument skills
- Ability to handle a heavy case load
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Duties:
- Appearing in court with victims
- Conducting research on victims’ right issues
- Drafting legal pleadings
- Working with social workers/victim advocates to assist victims throughout the criminal justice process
- Assisting with office coverage
Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, references, and writing sample to colleen.avcv@gmail.com.