Northwest Justice Project (NJP) is a not-for-profit statewide 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 to work out of our Seattle office as part of our Medical-Legal Partnership (MLP) to address the legal needs of low-income patients and families with health-harming legal needs at Seattle Children’s Hospital and Harborview Medical Center.
This is a full-time exempt position.
Our medical partners require MLP staff to be (or become) vaccinated against flu and COVID-19 for onsite work. Providing proof of flu and COVID-19 vaccine is a condition of employment. Exemptions based on medical and sincerely held religious beliefs may be requested.
Starting salary is based upon years of experience, with an annual salary range of $80,142 to $140,712. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes 100% paid employee health premiums and significant premium shares for family health premiums, as well as generous time off.
Please see full job announcement here: https://nwjustice.org/careers
• Experience with interdisciplinary collaboration with non-lawyers or medical providers, community-based outreach and advocacy, and working within low-income communities is required.
• Demonstrated cultural competence and sensitivity in working with diverse clients, communities, and colleagues.
• Member of the Washington Bar, the ability to acquire membership through admission by motion, or willing and able to take next bar exam.
• Good organizational/time management skills—must be able to successfully manage multiple duties, tasks, and deadlines.
• Desire to work collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Spanish, Somali, Vietnamese, or other languages is a plus.
Please send your resume, cover letter, and writing sample to [email protected].
Cover letter should include description of relevant experience including personal or professional
engagement with low income and diverse communities. E-mail subject line should reference 'Staff Attorney - MLP'.
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