RFQ – Civil Legal Aid Contracted Services

Description

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS/PROPOSALS CONTRACTED SERVICES DEPARTMENT: TRIBAL COURTS CONTRACT TITLE: CIVIL LEGAL AID ATTORNEY CONTRACTED 160 HOURS MONTHLY COMPENSATION: $7,842.08 MONTHLY, THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2028 SUMMARY: The Skokomish Indian Tribe seeks a dedicated Civil Legal Aid Attorney to provide high-quality legal representation and advocacy exclusively for Skokomish Tribal members in civil matters. The attorney will address critical legal needs such as housing, Indian Child Welfare, employment, family law, and issues related to tribal sovereignty and treaty rights. The role involves collaboration with tribal programs and regional legal service providers to promote access to justice for Skokomish Tribal members. NATURE OF WORK: This position focuses on providing comprehensive civil legal services to Skokomish Tribal members, addressing issues that impact their rights and well-being on and off the Skokomish Reservation. The attorney will manage a diverse caseload, including but not limited to: • • • Landlord-tenant disputes involving tribal housing or reservation-based properties. Family law matters, such as domestic violence protection orders, and Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) cases. Contractual Duties and Responsibilities 1. Provide direct legal representation and legal assistance to eligible Skokomish Tribal members in civil matters. 2. Provide legal education for Tribal members on topics such as housing rights and ICWA. 3. Maintain one consistent, regularly scheduled full eight-hour day each week on-site at the Skokomish Tribal Court, including consistent office hours for client appointments and drop-in services. 4. Attend all regularly scheduled Skokomish Tribal Court dates and provide additional in-person services when necessary to effectively represent clients. 5. Timely response to referrals and communications from prospective and existing clients and notify the Tribal Court Administrator when unable to accept or continue a referral. 6. Collaborate with Skokomish Tribal programs and regional legal organizations to enhance service delivery. 7. Stay informed on changes in federal Indian law, Tribal law, and relevant state and federal regulations. 8. Assist in grant reporting and other requirements necessary to sustain the legal aid program. 9. Support the Tribal Court through assigned civil legal aid duties, including serving as conflict counsel for eligible clients when appropriate. 10.