Disability Rights Wisconsin is now hiring an Staff Attorney for our Victim Advocacy Program (VAP)! Learn more below.
About the Position
The Victim Advocacy Program of Disability Rights Wisconsin works to ensure that survivors with disabilities receive the advocacy, legal representation, services, and support they desire to move forward, find justice, and obtain safety and stability in whatever form the survivor needs. A main goal of the Victim Advocacy Program is to promote self-determination for survivors with disabilities.
The Staff Attorney for the Victim Advocacy Program will:
- provide direct, comprehensive representation to victims and survivors of crime with disabilities in relevant areas, including family law, guardianship, restraining orders, and victims’ rights.
- provide advice and counsel to clients, guardians, and family members.
- participate in litigation, systems change initiatives, and outreach and training opportunities.
Position Information
Full-Time Equivalent: 1.0 FTE (40 Hours per week)
Starting Rate: $60,000 – $76,000 annually, depending on experience.
Location: Anywhere in Wisconsin. If the employee lives within 45 miles of a Disability Rights Wisconsin office, they may work fully in-office or in a hybrid arrangement. Residency outside the 45-mile range qualifies for complete remote work. Applicant must be a Wisconsin resident.
Position Funding: This position is fully funded by a time-limited grant that will end on September 30, 2027. Disability Rights Wisconsin will attempt to find an alternate funding source after that date but may not be able to secure further funding for the position after that date.
For more information about this position:
How to Apply
Application Deadline: February 13, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Apply online via our Careers page.
Note: You can request alternate formats of these position announcements. You may submit your application materials in alternate formats if needed. Contact hr@drwi.org for more information.