Northwest Justice Project (NJP) is a not-for-profit law firm with a mission of Combatting Injustice • Strengthening Communities • Protecting Human Dignity. NJP secures justice for people in or near poverty through high quality legal advocacy that promotes the long-term well-being of low-income individuals, families and communities through legal representation, community partnerships, education and other advocacy.
NJP seeks applications from qualified attorneys committed to supporting the NJP mission through the work in our Spokane Field Office. The main Spokane office also has satellite offices in Colville and Pullman.
Applicants should be culturally competent and have demonstrated experience working with low-income client communities, communities of color, limited English speakers and persons with disabilities. The ideal candidate would be interested and willing to pursue civil litigation in areas including but not limited to housing, consumer protection, family law, public benefits, reentry and health care access. Experience in affirmative litigation in state or federal court and experience in addressing systemic issues is a plus. Significant civil legal aid and related advocacy experience is preferred.
Northwest Justice Project is especially interested in qualified candidates with professional, personal and/or service experience that allows them to contribute to and support the legal aid community’s commitment to race equity.
Starting salary is based upon years of experience, with an annual salary range starting at $80,142 to $140,712. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes 100% paid employee health premiums and significant premium shares for family health premiums, as well as generous time off.
Please see details here: https://nwjustice.org/careers
Member of the Washington Bar, willing and able to take next bar exam, or if licensed in another state, able to gain admission by motion.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and willingness to develop and maintain systems to facilitate grant reporting and compliance requirements.
• Able to develop and implement systems for case processing (e.g. referral, case triage and followup).
• Demonstrated competence in working with diverse individuals and communities.
• Commitment to providing civil legal services to the poor.
• Ability to engage and work collaboratively with diverse partners, client communities, law enforcement, health care providers, guardians, case managers, and others.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of clients and colleagues.
• Demonstrated cultural competence with immigrants, persons of color and other diverse communities.
• Ability to travel within the service area.
Please send your cover letter, resume, and writing sample to [email protected]
Cover letter and email subject line should clearly reference “Staff Attorney – Spokane.”
Cover letter should include description of any experience, personal or professional, with low income or other marginalized communities.
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