Staff Attorney- Advocates for Family Health

Staff Attorney
Advocates for Family Health

Job Summary:
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, Inc. (LSEM), a non-profit law firm that provides free civil legal assistance to people living with low income/low opportunity, seeks a full-time Staff Attorney to work in its Advocates for Family Health program, one of three teams in LSEM’s Health & Welfare Unit.

The Advocates for Family Health program assists families, children, and pregnant people to access Medicaid state-based health insurance coverage and benefits.

The Staff Attorney will be responsible for representing clients in matters before the Missouri Department of Social Services and the three Missouri Managed Care Organizations. The attorney will also participate in systemic work, including administrative advocacy and impact litigation.

Responsibilities:
-Legal case management
-Legal research and writing, including drafting of administrative appeals and circuit court briefs
-Negotiate with State Agency representatives, Managed Care Organization staff, and medical providers to resolve Medicaid access issues
-Represent clients in the administrative appellate process, including at state fair hearings and circuit court appeals
-Participate in multi-sector advocacy efforts to improve Medicaid policies and practices
-Participate in community outreach activities and build referral and educational relationships with community partner organizations and medical providers

Who we are:
LSEM advances justice through legal representation, education, and supportive services. We partner with the community to improve lives, promote fairness, and create opportunities for those in need. Since 1956, LSEM has provided high-quality civil legal assistance and equal access to justice for low-income people in 21 counties in Missouri. We accomplish our mission through systemic advocacy/impact litigation and individual case work in a wide range of substantive civil areas which are in our priorities, e.g., family law for victims of domestic violence, prevention of homelessness/housing, health, public benefits, consumer, education, disability, community economic development, and immigration. As part of our community education/outreach efforts, LSEM works with over 150 agencies and participates in over 35 task forces/coalitions and has a vibrant Volunteer Lawyers Program.

Salary & Benefits Information:
The salary range for this position is $66,000-$99,000. Specific salary offered to a candidate will be based on their experience. There are opportunities for advancement, including raises. Excellent benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, a generous time off policy (starting at 4 weeks per year), 11 paid holidays, 12 weeks paid parental leave, 403(b) and 401(a) retirement plans, long-term disability and life insurance, employee assistance plan, and flexible spending accounts.

Submission Deadline: Applications will be considered until position is filled.