Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada Inc. a non-profit, public interest law firm is seeking a Staff Attorney for its Education Advocacy Program. The position will provide representation involving advocacy education services for children. Candidate will represent and assist low income parents of children needing advocacy education services as well as recruiting volunteers to assist children in foster care who are in need of special education services. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills are necessary. Prefer bi-lingual candidate, English/Spanish.
Starting salary range is $70,000 - $100,000 depending upon experience with annual increases available. Our excellent benefits start on date of hire and include:
• 100% employer paid health insurance for an employee, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents up to 26 years old.
• Loan repayment assistance, which usually pays the entire student loan payment.
• 403B match dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of an employee’s salary after 12 months of employment.
• 12 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of employment.
• Generous paid time off policy.
• Flex work options.
• Reasonable relocation benefits.
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is a dynamic, progressive, non-profit law firm providing high-quality representation to the most underserved members of the Southern Nevada community. During its 64 years of service, Legal Aid Center has protected and advanced the rights of survivors of domestic violence, tenants facing eviction and homelessness, adults with disabilities and the elderly facing abuse and exploitation, consumers victimized by fraudulent and deceptive business practices, children who have experienced abuse and neglect, and many others, giving them a voice in court and a chance to regain control over their lives. Legal Aid Center is the most diverse law firm in Nevada staffed with compassionate and devoted employees who together create a collaborative and supportive work environment devoted to protecting the rights of its clients.
Please visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select careers for current opportunities. Follow us on Twitter.com/LegalAidSNV, Facebook and YouTube
The ideal candidate is committed to public interest law and community service and has the desire to work with and zealously advocate for our clients. While some litigation experience is helpful, no prior experience is necessary as Legal Aid Center provides extensive training. The ability to speak Spanish is always beneficial. The candidate must be a licensed attorney in good standing from any United States jurisdiction (Nevada offers special licensing for attorneys relocating to Nevada to provide legal services through Legal Aid Center)
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
Please email cover letter, resume and a brief writing sample to:
Human Resources Department
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
e-mail: [email protected]
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer
Deadline: Open until filled
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