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Disability Rights Attorney

The disAbility Law Center of Virginia (dLCV) is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Staff Attorney to advocate on behalf of children and adults with disabilities. The disAbility Law Center of Virginia is the state’s designated protection and advocacy system. Our mission is to protect and advance legal, human, and civil rights of persons with disabilities; combat and prevent abuse, neglect, and discrimination; and promote independence, choice, and self-determination by persons with disabilities. The dLCV is a private nonprofit corporation, and is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Duties for this position may include developing and leading systemic disability rights reform efforts, individual representation of clients in formal and informal legal and administrative proceedings, providing conflict resolution, mediation and other intervention strategies, monitoring and investigating instances of abuse, neglect or exploitation, assisting with outreach and training on disability rights issues, providing technical assistance and short term legal assistance, supervising non-attorney staff, and other duties as needed. Attorneys of all levels of experience will have the opportunity to appear in administrative and court proceedings. View the full job description and qualifications.

Fiscal Assistant

The disAbility Law Center of Virginia is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of fiscal assistant. The disAbility Law Center of Virginia is the state’s designated protection and advocacy system. Our mission is to protect and advance legal, human, and civil rights of persons with disabilities; combat and prevent abuse, neglect, and discrimination; and promote independence, choice, and self-determination by persons with disabilities. The dLCV is a private nonprofit corporation, and is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The primary function of this position is to support all aspects of dLCV’s fiscal operations, including accounts payable, month-end closing, general ledger reconciliations, payroll, and preparation for the annual single audit. View the full job description and qualifications.

Executive Director (ED)

The disAbility Law Center of Virginia is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Executive Director (ED). The disAbility Law Center of Virginia is the state’s designated protection and advocacy system. Our mission is to protect and advance legal, human, and civil rights of persons with disabilities; combat and prevent abuse, neglect, and discrimination; and promote independence, choice, and self-determination by persons with disabilities. The dLCV is a private nonprofit corporation and is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for the strategic leadership and organizational direction of dLCV, ensuring high-performing service programs, sustainable fundraising, and effective business operations. Areas of responsibility include management and administration, fiscal oversight, personnel leadership, Board relations, and public relations and representation. This is a full-time position, hired by and directly accountable to the dLCV Board of Directors. View the full job description and qualifications.

Get Involved in Legal Advocacy at dLCV

The disAbility Law Center of Virginia (dLCV) partners with attorneys, students, and emerging professionals who are committed to advancing disability rights.

Whether you are seeking a pro bono opportunity or an internship experience, there are multiple ways to contribute to meaningful, systems-level advocacy across Virginia.