Staff Attorney – Family Law

Legal Aid Society

. Provide family law legal services from the Honolulu office .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeHonolulu • Hawaii • United StatesLead💰 $64,156 - $76,937 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in family law, including divorce, child welfare, and guardianship matters, while effectively managing a diverse team and engaging with the community. Strong organizational and litigation skills are essential for success in a fast-paced legal environment.

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Family Law ExperienceLitigation SkillsCommunity EngagementOrganizational SkillsCollaboration with Diverse Teams

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Hard Skills

Family LawLitigationChild WelfareDivorce RepresentationGuardianship MattersDomestic Violence LawRestraining OrdersAdoption LawHome VisitsLegal Research

Soft Skills

EmpathyWork EthicAttention to DetailTime ManagementHumility

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeWordExcelSharePointTeams

Certifications & Qualifications

Member of the Bar of the State of HawaiiEligibility to Practice in Hawaii under Rule 1.16

Industry Keywords

Social JusticeFamily Court SystemChild Welfare SystemOutreach and EducationCommunity Partnership Building

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide family law legal services from the Honolulu office
Represent clients in divorce, paternity, child welfare/guardian ad litem, domestic violence, restraining order, adoption, and guardianship matters
Participate in community engagement and partnership building
Develop self-help materials
Conduct outreach and education
Participate in statewide initiatives
Provide day-to-day oversight of non-attorney staff
Assist in supervising law students
Conduct home visits, outreach, trainings, and travel to Family Court, Circuit Court, and other locations as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Member in good standing of the Bar of the State of Hawaii is preferred; highly qualified individuals licensed in another state and eligible to practice in Hawaii under Rule 1.16 of the Rules of the Hawaii Supreme Court will be considered
Demonstrable commitment to social justice
Experience working with abuse survivors, disabled and/or low-income populations strongly preferred
Family law experience strongly preferred
Experience in the family court system or child welfare system is a plus
Desire to develop litigation skills or litigation experience required
Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team
Organizational skills to manage a busy practice, meet deadlines, and perform multiple tasks with attention to detail
Strong personal work ethic and ability to organize time, manage diverse activities, and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision
Ability to work under pressure in an empathetic and professional manner
Humility when working with colleagues and clients across diverse backgrounds, including limited English proficiency
Basic computer skills required
Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams) strongly preferred
Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for home visits, outreach, trainings, Oahu travel, and court locations
Cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references required

Benefits

Comp & perks

$150/month law school student loan repayment
Employment qualifies as qualifying service under the federal Service Law Forgiveness program (PSLF)
Two medical insurance providers offering four plans, with free single coverage
Dental insurance
401(k) plan with employer matching
Life insurance for employees and dependents
Free long-term care and long-term disability insurance
Parental leave after one year, including eight weeks of fully paid leave
Free employee assistance plan, with up to six sessions per year also available for household members
21 vacation days annually
12 sick days annually
One personal day annually
14 paid holidays annually, or 15 during Election Year
Hybrid working arrangement