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Star Manufacturing

Staff Attorney

Baton Rouge, LA

Classification: 40 hrs/wk (Full-Time/Exempt) Reports to : Managing Attorney Home Office: Baton Rouge Position Duties The primary duties of this position are to: * Client Representation * Provide ...

Star Manufacturing

Managing Attorney

Baton Rouge, LA

$90K/yr

Classification: 40 hours/week (Full-time/Exempt) Location: Baton Rouge Hours: Typical office hours ... Staff Attorneys, Legal Services Coordinator, Legal Externs Salary: $90,000/year Position Duties The ...

Baker Donelson

Billing Specialist

Baton Rouge, LA · Hybrid

$18.50 - $25/hr

Non-Exempt DEPARTMENT : Revenue Services SUPERVISOR : Billing Manager SUMMARY: The ideal candidate ... Collaborate closely with attorneys and colleagues to address billing-related matters and ensure ...

Baker Donelson

Legal Process Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA · Hybrid

Exempt DEPARTMENT : Client Solutions Group SUPERVISOR : Director of Legal Process Engineering ROLE SUMMARY The Legal Process Engineer (LPE) of Pricing serves a strategic bridge between attorneys and ...

Baker Donelson

Legal Research Analyst

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

Non-Exempt DEPARTMENT: Client Solutions Group SUPERVISOR: Director of Knowledge Management and ... Instruct attorneys and staff on the best use of research materials and online databases, elevating ...

W3Global Inc.

Tax Director

Baton Rouge, LA

Exempt Job Summary The Tax Office Director is responsible for the overall administration ... Respond to inquiries and provide assistance to taxpayers, attorneys, title companies, governmental ...

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AspectExempt AttorneyNon-Exempt Attorney
CredentialsJuris Doctor (JD), State Bar LicenseJuris Doctor (JD), State Bar License
Work EnvironmentTypically salaried, office-based, legal firms or corporate legal departmentsHourly or salaried, may include billable hours, law firms, corporate legal teams
Employer & Industry UsageLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agenciesLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies

Exempt Attorneys are usually salaried, work in office settings, and are not eligible for overtime pay, whereas Non-Exempt Attorneys may be paid hourly and qualify for overtime. Both roles require a JD and state licensure, but their pay structure and overtime eligibility differ based on employment classification.

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Staff Attorney

Sexual Trauma Awareness and Response

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site

$55K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Overview
Mission Statement: The mission of Sexual Trauma Awareness & Response® (STAR®) is to support survivors of sexual trauma, improve systems response, and create social change to end sexual violence.
Position Description: The primary duty of the Staff Attorney is to provide legal assistance and representation to sexual assault survivors. This position will provide sexual assault victims with comprehensive legal consultations, representation and referrals; practice areas include privacy, safety, employment, education, housing, financial compensation including public benefits, criminal justice system advocacy, and/or other legal needs that arise from a sexual assault.
Classification: 40 hrs/wk (Full-Time/Exempt)
Reports to: Managing Attorney
Home Office: Baton Rouge
Position Duties
The primary duties of this position are to:
  1. Client Representation
    1. Provide sexual assault victims with comprehensive legal consultations, representation and referrals
    2. Practice areas include privacy, safety, employment, education, housing, financial compensation including public benefits, criminal justice system advocacy, and/or other legal needs that arise from a sexual assault
    3. Conduct safety plans with all survivors
    4. Attend court, return client calls, and draft legal documents as needed
    5. Travel throughout STAR's service area as needed to provide representation and assistance
  2. Documentation & File Management
    1. Record all clients notes and upload all documents to the organization's centralized database in a timely manner
    2. Ensure non-engagement and disengagement letters are sent to clients where applicable
  3. Grant Compliance
    1. Ensure that grant deliverables are completed in a timely manner
    2. Assist in developing grant reports as required by funders
  4. Community Engagement
    1. Connect survivors with additional services throughout the community as needed
    2. Attend meetings with community partners as needed
  5. Other Attorney Responsibilities
    1. Clock in and out using the organization's timekeeping system
    2. Participate in weekly Legal Team meetings
    3. Participate in monthly check-ins and 1-1 meetings with the Managing Attorney
    4. Submit mileage and reimbursement documentation monthly
    5. Participate in monthly staff meetings
    6. Maintain compliance requirements for continuing legal education

STAR requires all employees to consent to and successfully complete a full background investigation, which includes a criminal history check and fingerprinting.

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