An AEquitas Attorney Advisor serves as an expert to prosecutors and allied justice professionals through the provision of training and technical assistance and the development of publications. An Attorney Advisor researches the latest case law and legislation on issues related to the prosecution of sexual violence, intimate partner violence, stalking, human trafficking, and related crimes. An Attorney Advisor also identifies innovative programs, procedures, and strategies; provides technical assistance and case consultation to prosecutors and allied criminal justice professionals; develops and delivers trainings for local, state, national, and international audiences; and synthesizes research to write and contribute to publications.
Attorney Advisors are “on call” for technical assistance 24 hours a day for one week on a rotating basis and are expected to travel both nationally and internationally as needed. All Attorney Advisors report directly to the AEquitas Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Knowledge and Abilities
Required
- J.D. and state or federal bar membership
- Substantive, specialized knowledge and experience in the prosecution of human trafficking cases, including jury trial experience, at the state or local level (5+ years required)
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as good judgment
- Excellent research, writing, and oral communication skills
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work efficiently within time constraints and deadlines
- Ability to collaboratively work with individuals and groups from diverse populations and
- Ability to foster positive working relationships in a team environment
Preferred
- Substantive, specialized knowledge and experience in the prosecution of sexual violence, intimate partner, and/or stalking cases
- Strong prior teaching and/or training experience
- Experience writing grant and training proposals and managing grants
- Experience with Microsoft Office, web-based communication tools, and research applications (e.g., Westlaw, G Suite, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Slack, Dropbox)
Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Conduct and coordinate research of case law, legislation, policies, practices, and emerging issues related to the prosecution of human trafficking and the related crimes of sexual violence, intimate partner violence, and stalking.
- Write, review, edit, and contribute to legal and non-legal publications and other
- Develop and recommend resources for use by prosecutors and allied
- Conduct and coordinate legal and technical assistance, including individual case
- Develop, review, and edit training materials and
- Develop and deliver live and virtual presentations for international, national, state, and local multidisciplinary
- Develop and participate in the execution of trial advocacy
- Represent the organization at meetings and other
- Work one-on-one with prosecutors and allied professionals to provide information and resources aimed at enhancing and refining their knowledge related to the prosecution of human trafficking and the related crimes of sexual violence, intimate partner violence, and stalking.
- Work in partnership with a national network of prosecutors, allied professionals, and partner
- Contribute to the development of proposals for training events, grant solicitations, and other relevant projects.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships by conducting outreach to prosecutors and other allied
- Complete special projects and perform other duties as
- Other duties may be assigned as they relate to furthering the mission of
Compensation & Benefits Salary is $120,000 and a benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, and vision premiums, 25% of dependents medical, dental, and vision premiums, employer retirement contributions (403b) of 4.75% of annual salary effective after 1 year of the employment, short- and long-term disability, life insurance at 1 x salary up to $200,000, and generous paid time off, including parental leave.
Travel Requirements Average travel time is approximately 10-14 days per month, but could be significantly more depending on program requirements. This travel estimate represents estimates for work conducted outside of the current COVID-19 pandemic. Currently, AEquitas-related travel remains discouraged, but not prohibited and approval by the AEquitas CEO is required in advance of any plans being made.
Application Process Applicants should submit a cover letter, compensation requirements, curricula vitae, a writing sample, and a list of references to info@aequitasresource.org.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.
AEquitas is an equal opportunity employer.
An AEquitas Attorney Advisor serves as an expert to prosecutors and allied justice professionals through the provision of training and technical assistance and the development of publications. An Attorney Advisor researches the latest case law and legislation on issues related to the prosecution of sexual violence, human trafficking, and the related crimes of intimate partner violence and stalking. An Attorney Advisor also identifies innovative programs, procedures, and strategies; provides technical assistance and case consultation to prosecutors and allied criminal justice professionals; develops and delivers trainings for local, state, national, and international audiences; and synthesizes research to write and contribute to publications.
Attorney Advisors are “on call” for technical assistance 24 hours a day for one week on a rotating basis and are expected to travel both nationally and internationally as needed. All Attorney Advisors report directly to the AEquitas Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Knowledge and Abilities
Required
- J.D. and state or federal bar membership
- 10+ years of experience as a trial prosecutor as a first chair in a cold case unit, sexual assault unit, violent crime unit, and/or homicide unit
- Significant experience prosecuting human trafficking cases (5+ years required)
- Experience with forensic issues
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as good judgment
- Excellent research, writing, and oral communication skills
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work efficiently within time constraints and deadlines
- Ability to collaboratively work with individuals and groups from diverse populations and organizations
- Ability to foster positive working relationships in a team environment by fostering positive working relationships
Preferred
- Substantive, specialized knowledge and experience in the prosecution of intimate partner violence and stalking cases
- Strong teaching and/or training experience
- Experience with Microsoft Office, web-based communication tools, and research applications (g., Westlaw, G Suite, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Slack, Dropbox)
- Experience writing training and grant proposals and managing grants
Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Conduct and coordinate research of case law, legislation, policies, practices, and emerging issues related to the prosecution of sexual violence, human trafficking, and the related crimes of intimate partner violence and stalking,
- Write, review, edit, and contribute to legal and non-legal publications and other documents
- Develop and recommend resources for use by prosecutors and allied professionals
- Conduct and coordinate legal and technical assistance, including individual case consultation
- Develop, review, and edit training materials and curricula
- Develop and deliver in-person and virtual presentations for international, national, state, and local multidisciplinary
- Develop and participate in the execution of trial advocacy
- Represent the organization at meetings and other
- Work one-on-one with prosecutors and allied professionals to provide information and resources aimed at enhancing and refining their knowledge related to the prosecution of sexual violence, human trafficking, and the related crimes of intimate partner violence, stalking.
- Work in partnership with a national network of prosecutors, allied professionals, and partner
- Contribute to the development of proposals for training events, grant solicitations, and other relevant projects.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships by conducting outreach to prosecutors and other allied
- Complete special projects and perform other duties as
- Other duties may be assigned as they relate to furthering the mission of
Compensation & Benefits Salary is $120,000 and a benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, and vision premiums, 25% of dependents medical, dental, and vision premiums, employer retirement contributions (403b) of 4.75% of annual salary effective after 1 year of the employment, short- and long-term disability, life insurance at 1 x salary up to $200,000, and generous paid time off, including parental leave.
Travel Requirements Average travel time is approximately 10-14 days per month, but could be significantly more depending on program requirements. This travel estimate represents estimates for work conducted outside of the current COVID-19 pandemic. Currently, AEquitas-related travel remains discouraged, but not prohibited and approval by the AEquitas CEO is required in advance of any plans being made.
Application Process Applicants should submit a cover letter, compensation requirements, curricula vitae, a writing sample, and a list of references to info@aequitasresource.org.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.
AEquitas is an equal opportunity employer.
The Special Assault Unit of the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office is seeking experienced trial prosecutors to join their team. These are meaningful opportunities to join one of the first specialized units in the country to deal exclusively with cases involving the sexual and physical abuse of children, as well as sexual offenses against adults. Join the team of specially trained prosecutors, subject matter experts, and passionate advocates who are uniquely qualified to deal with the complex and sensitive nature of these cases. If you seek meaningful victim-centered, trauma-informed work and a chance to serve your community as part of a dynamic team, this opportunity may be for you.
Special Assault Unit (SAU) prosecutors work with legal service professionals, law enforcement, the Children’s Justice Center of King County, external victim advocates, and other community partners on these complex and sensitive cases with a victim centered approach. Core duties include trying adult and child sex offenses as well as felony child physical abuse cases, pre-trial case preparation and management through trial and post-conviction hearings.
SAU trial deputies are based out of the King County Courthouse in Seattle or the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent and have the ability to telecommute when not in trial.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- 5+ years of experience as a prosecutor with 3+ years of felony prosecution.
- Demonstrated experience and ability to effectively work with victims of crime, victim advocates, and law enforcement.
- Experience working with fellow attorneys, legal service professionals, and advocates collaboratively in a team environment.
- Experience working with law enforcement.
- Experience with case development, including but not limited to more complex search warrant reviews.
- Expediently facilitating defense interviews.
- Familiarity with forensics, including SANE exams and DNA.
- The ability to successfully engage in a practice with considerable pre-trial litigation.
- The ability to try Class A and B sex offenses and child physical abuse cases to verdict.
- Passion and commitment to continually improve trial practice.
- Understanding of a victim-centered and trauma-informed approach.
- Knowledgeable regarding the sensitive and complex nature of sexual assault cases and their dynamics.
- Strong legal research, writing, oral argument, presentation, and analysis skills.
- Strong work ethic and commitment to work effectively as part of a team.
- Strong commitment to Race, Equity and Social Justice (RESJ) issues, including continual development of personal cultural competency to better understand RESJ and its impact on our work and community.
- Must be Washington State Bar qualified.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Member in good standing with the Washington State Bar.
- Must submit to a criminal history check.
- U.S. Citizenship (per RCW 36.27 and 29A.04 and Article VI of the WA Constitution).
Salary: $116,013.24 - $158,683.20+ annually, commensurate with experience.
Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys and Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys enjoy King County’s robust benefits package. Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys (but not Seniors) are also union represented by the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Association.
For more information regarding this recruitment, please visit this website or contact:
Hazel Johnson (she/her)
Deputy Director of Human Resources
Hazel.johnson@kingcounty.gov
AEquitas provides technical assistance and training to develop the knowledge and skills of prosecutors and allied professionals working with cases involving sexual violence, intimate partner violence, stalking, human trafficking, and related violent crimes, with the aim of increasing the likelihood of positive outcomes in these cases. Positive outcomes are not limited to criminal convictions—they are outcomes in which the victim is protected and has access to justice, the offender is held accountable, and the community has confidence in the criminal justice system.
AEquitas training events focus on a multidisciplinary approach. Such an approach requires facilitation by experienced and knowledgeable professionals from various fields, including but not limited to prosecutors, victim advocates, law enforcement officers, judges, crime scene investigators, forensic nurse examiners, medical examiners, toxicologists, sex offender treatment providers, batterer intervention program facilitators, community-based service providers, faith-based service providers, medical and mental health practitioners, and probation and parole officers. AEquitas routinely works with individuals (as volunteers or contractors) with expertise in these areas as Faculty Facilitators to collaborate with full-time AEquitas staff during local, state, national, and international training events.
Knowledge and Abilities
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience. Additionally, a bachelor’s degree, law degree, medical degree, or graduate degree in a related field may be necessary, depending upon the standards of the profession.
- Demonstrated expertise in the field of sexual violence, intimate partner violence, stalking, and/or human trafficking. Experience as a prosecutor or as a professional working collaboratively with prosecutors is strongly preferred.
- Experience with public speaking and as a training facilitator.
- Excellent oral and written comprehension and expression required.
- Computer literacy, including strong Microsoft Word and PowerPoint skills.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good judgment, both professionally and while interacting with allied professionals from a variety of backgrounds.
- Proficiency in a foreign language a plus.
Duties and Responsibilities
The services a Faculty Facilitator may provide include, but are not limited to:
- Developing, reviewing, and editing live and web-based training materials, curricula, and related resources.
- Recommending resources for use by prosecutors and allied professionals.
- Delivering presentations for international, national, state, and local multidisciplinary audiences.
- Working with a team and one-on-one with individual prosecutors and allied professionals to provide information and resources aimed at enhancing and refining their knowledge.
Application Information
Faculty Facilitators will be selected as needed on a case-by-case basis and may be compensated depending upon the availability of funds for such purposes. Travel-related expenses associated with attending training events will be reimbursed in accordance with AEquitas guidelines. Faculty Facilitators are not employees of AEquitas for any purpose.
Application Process
Applicants should submit a cover letter describing the areas of expertise in which the applicant has an interest, curriculum vitae, compensation requirements (if any), and a list of references to info@aequitasresource.org .
1L, 2L, 3L, and LLM students interested in a career of criminal prosecution and working with issues concerning sexual violence, intimate partner violence, stalking, and human trafficking are encouraged to apply. Specific topics of legal research may include battered women charged with crimes, stalking in the technology age, victim-centered prosecution strategies, victim behavior, intimidation, forfeiture by wrongdoing, strangulation, interpreting toxicology, domestic violence homicides, role of sexual assault nurse examiners, and evaluating medical experts and other relevant evidentiary or procedural issues. In addition to researching developing areas of law, interns will have an opportunity to gain insight to the practical application of their research to the courtroom. They will learn how prosecutors utilize evidence in court, address issues of admissibility, and use experts in trial. Interns will be involved in the organization of state specific and national training events on sexual violence, intimate partner violence, stalking, and human trafficking and may have the opportunity to attend trainings where feasible.
Responsibilities
- Research and synthesize statutes and relevant case law
- Identify pending legislation and emerging issues concerning sexual violence, intimate partner violence, stalking, and human trafficking
- Compile and maintain sample trial motions, briefs, and transcripts
- Assist in the development of resources for frontline prosecutors and allied professionals
- Assist in writing and editing newsletters, monographs, and other national publications
- Assist in organizing and hosting state specific and national training events on sexual violence, intimate partner violence, stalking, and human trafficking
- Support AEquitas Attorney Advisors as needed
Applicant Qualifications
- 1L, 2L, or 3L in an ABA accredited law school
- Superb research and legal writing skills
- Strong computer skills and proficiency in use of Westlaw and other online legal search tools
- Demonstrated interest in criminal justice, prosecution, and issues of sexual violence, intimate partner violence, stalking, and human trafficking
- Ability to work with others and independently as needed
- Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented
- Completed criminal law, criminal procedure and evidence courses preferred, not required
Application Information
Legal Internship positions are unpaid and intended for law students volunteering or applying for stipend or course credit. AEquitas is flexible in accommodating students' course schedules. Please indicate with application materials whether you would like to be considered for a part-time or full-time position and the semester for which you are available. Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume, transcript, list of references, and writing sample to info@aequitasresource.org
Stalking impacts 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men in the United States. Yet, there is no stalking hotline, there are no stalking crisis centers, and it is often difficult for stalking victims to understand what they are experiencing and/or know where to go for help. Our mission at the Stalking Prevention, Awareness, & Resource Center (SPARC) of AEquitas (headquartered in Washington, D.C.) is to “help the helpers,” making sure that the domestic violence shelters, police departments, campuses, and other places where stalking victims come for help and support have the training and resources they need to better respond to victims and survivors.
Brochures on stalking help victims to name, validate, and understand their experiences and provide resources to seek help, but most agencies don’t have any materials on this prevalent crime to share. That’s why SPARC sends brochures and posters – in English and Spanish – across the country. The demand for these resources is huge: since we started offering these materials in 2020, we’ve shipped over 150,000 brochures and 20,000 posters. These have reached nearly every state, territory, and Tribal Nation across the U.S. – and we receive new requests almost daily!
That’s where you come in. We’re a small team, and we need help continuing to meet the demand. We are in search of a volunteer who can spend a few hours weekly or biweekly this summer and/or fall in our D.C. office packing and mailing these critical materials. Hours are flexible, and our administrative staff can work with you to find time(s) that work with your schedule.
Please e-mail info@stalkingawareness.org if you’re interested and write a short paragraph telling us why you want to help out.
