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Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz, PLLC · 1 day ago

Sexual Assault Victim Attorney

United States

Full-time

Remote

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz, PLLC is dedicated to advocating for survivors of sexual violence. They are seeking a compassionate and experienced Sexual Assault Victim Attorney to represent survivors in civil litigation, manage cases, and provide trauma-informed advocacy.

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Responsibilities

Represent survivors of sexual assault and abuse in civil litigation matters

Manage cases from intake through resolution, including investigation, pleadings, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation

Conduct survivor-centered client meetings using a trauma-informed approach

Draft and argue motions, respond to discovery, and participate in hearings

Work collaboratively with paralegals, case managers, and support staff

Communicate effectively with clients, experts, and opposing counsel

Maintain strict confidentiality and uphold the highest ethical standards

Provide empathetic, client-focused advocacy while pursuing justice and accountability

Qualification

Active New York Bar licensePersonal injury litigationLitigating sexual abuse casesLegal writing skillsOral advocacy skillsResearch skillsTrauma-informed advocacyClient communicationTeam collaborationConfidentiality

Required

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active New York Bar license in good standing

2–5 years of experience in personal injury litigation with a strong focus on sexual abuse or sexual assault cases

Demonstrated experience handling sensitive, high-emotional-impact cases

Strong legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills

Ability to manage a caseload independently while collaborating with a team

Residency in or near White Plains, NY, willing to commute to White Plains Office

Preferred

Experience litigating institutional abuse cases (e.g., schools, churches, organizations, correctional facilities, healthcare systems)

Familiarity with New York's Child Victims Act (CVA) and Adult Survivors Act (ASA)

Trial or significant deposition experience

Background in trauma-informed legal practice

Benefits

Meaningful, mission-driven work advocating for survivors

Competitive compensation based on experience

Supportive team environment with experienced litigation support

Opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact in clients’ lives

Company

Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz, PLLC

Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz is a Florida-based law firm geared towards protecting the rights of consumers who are seriously injured as a result of defective products, defective medical devices, accidents, or other negligent behavior.

Founded in 2001

Pensacola, Florida, USA

11-50 employees