Description

Job Opening: Attorney

Location: Fort Worth, Texas 

Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt 

Make Justice Happen—One Neighborhood at a Time 

Advocates for Community Transformation (Act) 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. 

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.

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. 

Location and Physical Requirements  

      Must reside in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

      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. 

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: 

      Hybrid work schedule after the first 90 days of employment.

      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. 

Why Act? 

      Equip residents with the tools and access to justice to bring safety to their street.

      Join an organization with a proven model that reduces crime and increases community social cohesion.

      Work with mission-driven, diverse, and collaborative colleagues at a “Best Christian Workplace.” Deepen your skills in civil litigation, legal strategy, and negotiation.

      Contribute to meaningful, lasting change in Fort Worth neighborhoods. 

How to Apply 

To apply, please submit the following materials as a single email package to Evangeline Heppenstall, Legal Director, at evangeline@actforjustice.org The job description and applicant cover sheet can be accessed at https://www.actforjustice.org/join-our-team.

      Applicant Cover Sheet 

      Resume 

      Cover letter 

      Statement of Faith (describing your relationship with Christ, spiritual practices, and church  involvement) 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.