Description
Make Justice Happen—One Neighborhood at a Time
Act (Advocates for Community Transformation) is seeking an attorney to join our mission-driven team in Fort Worth. If you have experience in litigation, a desire to collaborate with diverse communities and stakeholders, and are passionate about justice, this role offers the opportunity for you to advocate for clients taking a stand to make their neighborhoods safer and communities stronger.
About Act
Act is a Christian legal nonprofit equipping residents to fight crime through the civil justice system. Working alongside neighbors, attorneys, city officials, and other community partners, Act helps make neighborhood safety a normal reality for everyone. We serve the Dallas/Fort Worth area and operate as a 501(c)(3) with a dedicated team of over 20 staff and an annual budget exceeding $4 million.
Position Summary
The Attorney is responsible for managing a civil litigation caseload in Fort Worth, including case evaluation and strategy, guiding volunteer attorneys from leading law firms, and collaborating closely with Act’s program staff, clients, and community stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate potential cases and set legal strategy in collaboration with Act’s program staff.
- Advance cases through Act’s legal model.
- Guide volunteer attorneys from Act’s partner law firms and serve as co-counsel.
- Collaborate with partner city stakeholders including the Fort Worth Police Department, City Attorney’s Office, and Code Compliance.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with law firms and volunteer attorneys who serve as Act’s volunteer base.
Compensation & Benefits
Act values our employees and wants to ensure their sustainability at Act. The compensation range for this position is $105,000-$125,000 (commensurate with education and experience). Employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Unlimited PTO and paid parental leave.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution.
- Health insurance, including a 100% employer-paid health insurance option.
- Employer-paid life insurance policy.
- Vision, dental, voluntary life insurance, and long-term disability.
- Opportunities for leadership development, cross-department collaboration, and spiritual growth.
To Apply
Please submit the following materials as a single email package to the contact information provided in this posting. Please visit https://www.actforjustice.org/join-our-team to view the job posting, application instructions, and applicant cover sheet.
- Applicant Cover Sheet (accessible at https://www.actforjustice.org/join-our-team)
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Statement of Faith (describing your relationship with Christ, spiritual practices, and church involvement)
Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Texas.
- Two or more years of litigation experience.
- Strong knowledge of Texas Rules of Evidence and Civil Procedure.
- Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
- Spanish language proficiency is helpful but not required.
- Must reside in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Hybrid work schedule after the first 90 days of employment.
- Primary office location in Fort Worth with travel approximately once a week to the Dallas office.
- Travel required primarily for Tarrant County court appearances.
- Regularly sit for desk work and meetings.
- Close vision required for reading and computer tasks.
Faith & Culture at Act
Act is a Christ-centered organization, and every team member plays a vital role in carrying out God’s call to love our neighbor by advocating for families’ rights to live in safety. We seek candidates who:
- Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and affirm the Nicene Creed.
- Are active members of a local church.
- Share a heart for Biblical justice and collaboration across diverse backgrounds.
