Staff Attorney, Center for Social Justice @ WNEU School of Law
Western New England University
The Center for Social Justice at Western New England University seeks a highly motivated, full-time Staff Attorney to oversee the Center’s Consumer Debt Initiative (CDI) and to assist the Center in fulfilling its mission of advancing social justice through research, advocacy, education, innovation, and public engagement. The CDI serves self-represented litigants defending credit card collection actions filed by debt buyers in the Springfield District Court Small Claims session.
Responsibilities: the Staff Attorney should have (or be able to quickly develop) and maintain expertise in the areas of consumer debt and general civil litigation. The Staff Attorney will oversee, coordinate, and execute the CDI each week, in consultation with the Center Director. This may include case work, recruitment and supervision of volunteers, conducting and coordinating trainings, developing materials, and collecting, maintaining, and entering data into a client management system, as well as contributing to annual and funding reporting requirements. This role will also work to develop upstream initiatives and relationships with community partners that will help clients avoid coming into contact with the court system in the first place through financial literacy and skills training and other economic empowerment programming.
Application Process: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Submit on the WNEU Cornerstone website.
For more information including qualifications, please visit: https://wne.csod.com/m/ats/careersite/index.html?site=1&c=wne&lang=en-US&logo=&color=183058#jobRequisitions/520
Excellent fringe benefits
WNEU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome candidates whose background may contribute to the further diversification of our community.
Link:
https://wne.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/requisition/520/application?c=wne#1
Housing attorney
Virginia Legal Aid Society
With a team of other attorneys in our Suffolk office, plan, organize and deliver legal services to VLAS individual and group clients who present problems with eviction, foreclosure, housing conditions, and housing affordability. Evictions in particular are a major focus at this time in light of the losses of income caused by the COVID-19 pandemic
Link:
http://vlas.org/loose-pages/careers/
Director of Philanthropy
Legal Services of North Florida
Salary DOE
Full-time
Legal Services of North Florida is hiring a full-time Director of Philanthropy. This staff member is responsible for the oversight, planning, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive fundraising program to secure significant financial resources from individuals, foundations, and others to support LSNF’s mission. This staff member manages all major gifts functions, including planned giving, donor engagement, fundraising campaigns, and fundraising event coordination.
The Director of Philanthropy supervises the Development Assistant and other externs or volunteers supporting philanthropic programming. Along with LSNF’s Executive Director, the Director of Philanthropy supports the Board of Directors by staffing the Development Committee. The Director of Philanthropy will also work closely with the Communications and Pro Bono staff, as well as all LSNF staff as needed. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university (Master’s Degree preferred) and a minimum of three years of experience in fundraising for a nonprofit organization. Project management, strong organizational skills, ability to set objectives, strong writing skills, and ability to motivate donors, volunteers, and philanthropic partners are key aptitudes for this position.
Link:
https://easyapply.co/a/8e5ce857-78c6-4d8f-a498-13d21d86d93e?rcid=email
Victims’ Rights Attorney
Legal Services of North Florida
Legal Services of North Florida has an opening for a Victims' Rights Attorney in our Pensacola office. Come work with great people who do hard work to better the lives of low-income and vulnerable individuals in our communities. Work for a non-profit law firm, with 75+ employees in five office across North Florida, that seeks legal justice while understanding the value of work-life balance.
Applicants should be a member of The Florida Bar, with preference given to candidates with clinical or legal aid experience. Candidates must have strong organizational and communication skills, be comfortable with office technology and able to learn electronic case management system. Ability to work independently and in team environments to obtain results to positively impact the legal needs of clients in our community.
Salary is negotiable and dependent on experience. Entry level salary of $50,000. Comprehensive fringe benefits package includes: paid holidays, paid sick leave, and paid vacation (starts at 2.4 weeks and after two years, increases to five weeks per year). After sixty days of full time employment,100% coverage for health insurance for employee & dependent children. Additional voluntary options of term life, disability insurance, spouse coverage, and retirements plans are also available. Employer contributes 6% to retirement plans after one year of employment.
Link:
https://www.lsnf.org/staff-positions-internships/
Executive Director
Legal Advice & Referral Center
Executive Director sought for LSC funded program in New Hampshire. This new program, as yet unnamed, will result from the merger of two long-standing legal services providers. See link for full job description, qualifications, and application procedure.
Link:
https://nhlegalaid.org/executive-director
Advocacy Director
Community Legal Aid Services, Inc.
The Advocacy Director is responsible for leading the systemic and impact legal work of Community Legal Aid, managing the substantive Practice Groups to develop and maintain an aggressive advocacy agenda for the organization and assisting in the professional development of staff.
The Advocacy Director will work in close collaboration with the Deputy Director to ensure that organizational advocacy goals are reflected in the Project work plans. Although each of these positions will have primary responsibility for particular areas identified in their job descriptions, there will be areas of responsibility that will "overlap," such that regular conversation and cooperation between the persons holding each of these positions will be expected and required, ensuring that each may perform their job responsibilities most effectively.
Learn more: https://www.communitylegalaid.org/node/1433/position-announcement-advocacy-director
Link:
https://www.communitylegalaid.org/node/1433/position-announcement-advocacy-director
Staff Attorney - Housing & Unemployment
Bay Area Legal Services
Bay Area Legal Services is seeking to fill a full-time position on our housing unit called ABLE (Advocates for Basic Legal Equality). Representation is limited to housing and unemployment issues for Hillsborough County families with children in fifth grade or lower. The position will also involve outreach and legal education to Children's Board providers.
Link:
https://bals.org/careers/staff-attorney-able
Staff Attorney - VOCA (Domestic Violence, Divorce, Family Law)
Bay Area Legal Services
Bay Area Legal Services is seeking to fill a full-time Staff Attorney position in Ruskin, FL (Tampa Bay area). This attorney will maintain a caseload of domestic violence, divorce, and other family law cases for the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Grant and all other activities required for grant compliance.
Bilingual Spanish/English a plus.
Link:
https://bals.org/careers/staff-attorney-ruskin
Medical-Legal Partnership Advocate Attorney or Paralegal
Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida
We are seeking an advocate for our Medical-Legal Partnership with the West Volusia Hospital Authority (WVHA). This position serves as the liaison between CLSMF, the WVHA Board of Commissioners, and a variety of human service entities and requires an individual who can effectively cultivate and develop relationships with stakeholders in western Volusia County, Florida. The right person will assist WVHA patients to obtain healthcare coverage under Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare, and the Healthcare Market Place.
Link:
https://www.clsmf.org/work-with-us/?item=Medical-legal%20partnership%20advocate%20attorney%20or%20paralegal%20(deland)
Public Benefits Staff Attorney
Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida
This position is responsible for representing low income and/or vulnerable clients on a broad range of public benefits matters, including regular appearances and hearings before administrative law agencies. Federal Court appeals, Veterans Administration, and military board appearances may be required. This position also includes regular client interaction including completing intakes, conducting interviews, and providing advice and counsel.
Link:
https://www.clsmf.org/work-with-us/?item=Staff%20attorney%20public%20benefits%20(tavares)
Fair Housing Programs Managing Attorney
Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida
This position includes the representation of clients on a broad range of Fair Housing topics, legal advocacy to low-income clients in civil litigation matters, regular court appearances, hearings and trials, client interaction, drafting of pleadings and orders, preparation and review of discovery, and settlement agreement negotiations. Conduct intakes and initial client consultations to determine eligibility and level of service. Provides guidance, training, mentoring and leadership to the members of the Fair Housing and other team members of our firm as needed. Develops and distributes Fair Housing outreach materials and Public Service Announcements. Conducts fair housing presentations at conferences including planning and participating in activities during Fair Housing Month.
Link:
https://www.clsmf.org/work-with-us/?item=Managing%20attorney%20fair%20housing%20programs%20(kissimmee)
Staff Attorney
California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc.
Founded in 1966, CRLA’s mission is to fight for justice and individual rights alongside the most exploited communities of our society. Through a network of regional offices and cross-cutting programs, CRLA provides legal services to over 42,000 low-income people annually. Our work impacts farmworkers, individuals with disabilities, immigrant populations, LGBTQ+ communities, women, children and families in rural areas.
Reporting to the Directing Attorney, the Staff Attorney provides comprehensive legal services to eligible clients in CRLA priority areas in accordance with CRLA program guidelines, the ABA Standards for Providers of Civil Legal Services and the Code of Professional Responsibility.
Link:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=47774&clientkey=9FCEC13390BDC18669B5F49CBFC2178E
LGBTQ+ Program Director
California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc.
In 2007 CRLA launched its LGBTQ+ program, which has been nationally recognized for its innovative approaches and positive impact. CRLA regularly represents LGBTQ+ clients in a variety of types of legal cases, including immigration, employment discrimination, education matters, as well as name and gender change petitions. The LGBTQ+ program also engages in sustained partnerships with rural community leaders, LGBTQ+ community centers, and other supportive organizations and agencies committed to breaking down barriers that under and cause entrenched poverty.
The Legal Program Director coordinates CRLA’s statewide advocacy for LGBTQ+ people and leads the implementation of its goal to increase access to justice for low-income LGBTQ+ people in rural California, particularly LGBTQ+ farm workers. The LGBT Program Director position reports to the Deputy Director, and manages a team of four staff members.
Link:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=47884&clientkey=9FCEC13390BDC18669B5F49CBFC2178E
Agricultural Worker Program, Directing Attorney
California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc.
Reporting to the Program Director, the CRLA Directing Attorney is responsible for the overall provision of legal services to the low-income client community in the service area and the day to day operations of the local field office. This includes supervising, training and motivating local office staff to provide the highest quality legal services in accordance with CRLA program guidelines, the ABA Standards for Providers of Civil Legal Services and the Code of Professional Responsibility.
Link:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=45799&clientkey=9FCEC13390BDC18669B5F49CBFC2178E
Agricultural Worker Program, Staff Attorney
California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc.
Reporting to the Directing Attorney, the Staff Attorney provides comprehensive legal services to eligible clients in CRLA priority areas in accordance with CRLA program guidelines, the ABA Standards for Providers of Civil Legal Services and the Code of Professional Responsibility.
Link:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=47870&clientkey=9FCEC13390BDC18669B5F49CBFC2178E
Agricultural Worker Program, Staff Attorney
California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc.
Reporting to the Directing Attorney, the Staff Attorney provides comprehensive legal services to eligible clients in CRLA priority areas in accordance with CRLA program guidelines, the ABA Standards for Providers of Civil Legal Services and the Code of Professional Responsibility.
Link:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=47155&clientkey=9FCEC13390BDC18669B5F49CBFC2178E
Graphic Designer
A2J Tech
The Graphic Designer supports any type of project and will develop brand identities and visual systems, and high-level design projects. The graphic designer will oversee the entire process of defining requirements, visualizing, and creating graphics including illustrations, logos, layouts and photos. You’ll be the one to shape the visual aspects of websites, newsletters and documents. Knowledge in web design is desirable.
Link:
None
Supervising Attorney Housing Law Practice
Neighborhood Legal Services Program (NLSP)
NLSP is a private, non-profit law firm that provides vigorous, high quality civil legal services to low-income residents of the District of Columbia. NLSP has a long tradition of fighting for justice, combining direct representation to protect essential rights and opportunities for low-income individuals and families with efforts to achieve broad-based change. Our three offices are located in the poorest neighborhoods of the District, to maximize our visibility, accessibility and connections to the communities we serve.
It is NLSP’s goal to ensure that all DC residents have access to safe, affordable housing. To achieve that goal, we work to preserve affordable housing, eliminate barriers to tenants accessing housing, and to increase affordable housing. We represent tenants in eviction cases, affirmative litigation to preserve affordable housing and prevent housing discrimination, and other cases that move us toward our overall goal. NLSP’s housing work is community-focused and driven by the needs of low- income DC residents.
The supervising attorney will be a member of NLSP’s 15-person housing team, including a managing attorney, a supervising attorney, a paralegal, a project coordinator, and 11 staff and senior staff attorneys.
For the full job posting, please click the link.
Link:
http://www.nlsp.org/uploads/File/Housing%20Supervising%20Attorney%20Position%20UPDATE.pdf
Tenure Track Faculty - Law, Policy and Engineering (LPE)
Penn State University
Penn State’s College of Engineering, Penn State Law, and Penn State’s School of International Affairs are engaging in a joint cluster hire of multiple faculty for its new interdisciplinary Law, Policy, and Engineering (LPE) Initiative. The LPE Initiative is administratively housed within the College of Engineering’s School of Engineering Design, Technology, and Professional Programs (SEDTAPP).
Link:
https://www.lpe.psu.edu/faculty-opportunities.aspx
Website Content Management Services
Legal Services Corporation
The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) is inviting proposals from qualified candidates for temporary website content management services. The successful candidate will support and supplement communications and media relations team for a six-month term (extensions may be possible), assisting with webpage design, content creation and review, tagging, editing, and management.
To review this RFP, please visit https://lsc-live.app.box.com/file/752410194079?s=4r7bl6k7yn3xvsdlq39a4kvg5ktb963d.
Link:
https://lsc-live.app.box.com/file/752410194079?s=4r7bl6k7yn3xvsdlq39a4kvg5ktb963d
Business and Legal Affairs Manager
Konami Cross Media
KCM has an immediate opening for a Manager in the Legal Department. This is a great opportunity for a business-minded individual who is looking for a career in the entertainment industry.
KCM is looking for a detail-oriented candidate with experience in the entertainment or licensing industry. The ideal candidate should have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment across different business segments and with international partners.
Konami Cross Media is a division of KONAMI and manages the rights/ production for the properties Yu-Gi-Oh!, Contra, Bomberman, and Frogger.
The job is posted here, along with responsibilities and qualifications:
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/2357708692/
Pamela can also be reached with applications / questions at: rp.91182@konamicrossmedia.com
Link:
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/2357708692/
Database Cooridnator
Neighborhood Legal Services of LA County
The Database Coordinator is principally responsible for maintaining and optimizing NLSLA’s data and case management system, monitoring the integrity of the data, assisting with implementing a Legal Services Corporation Technology and Innovation Grant (TIG), and assisting with data extraction, presentation and analysis. 50% of the Database Coordinator’s time will be spent assisting with the implementation of the Online Triage TIG, an innovative project that will increase low-income individuals’ access to NLSLA’s services by developing and implementing a web and text-based triage system.
Link:
https://nlsla.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Data-Coordinator-3.pdf
NJP Managing Attorney - Everett
Northwest Justice Project
The Northwest Justice Project (NJP) offers a unique leadership opportunity in a mission-driven organization serving the legal aid needs of low-income people and communities in the Puget Sound region of Washington State. NJP is a not-for-profit law firm that provides free civil legal services to address barriers and promote justice for low-income persons throughout the state. NJP pursues its mission of Combatting Injustice • Strengthening Communities • Protecting Human Dignity through legal advice and representation, community partnerships, and education to empower clients and combat injustice in all its forms.
NJP is seeking qualified Managing Attorney candidates for its regional service office located in Everett. NJP’s Everett office serves Snohomish County. Everett affords rich cultural and recreational opportunities and the job offers significant opportunity for professional growth and development within a larger statewide legal aid program.
Northwest Justice Project’s Managing Attorneys play a critical role in the statewide delivery of civil legal assistance to low-income communities across Washington State. They are responsible for the overall management of regional offices and specialized units comprising Northwest Justice Project’s (NJP) statewide law firm and supports carrying out the program’s vision, mission, Strategic Plan and other initiatives and goals.
The Managing Attorney reports to the Senior Managing Attorney of their assigned region. The Managing
Attorney represents the office/unit as part of the larger NJP leadership team.
The Managing Attorney provides direct supervision and management of office/unit legal and support
staff of the assigned office/unit.
See link below for full description.
Link:
https://nwjustice.org/employment-opportunities
NJP Bilingual Staff Attorney - Quincy
Northwest Justice Project
The 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.
Northwest Justice Project (NJP) recently opened an office to serve Grant and Adams Counties with funding from the Office of Civil Legal Aid (OCLA). The office is located in the town of Quincy, a short, beautiful commute from Wenatchee along the Columbia River. The office operates as a satellite of NJP’s Wenatchee office.
NJP seeks applications from qualified attorneys committed to supporting our mission in this new location. Applicants should have or be able to obtain membership in the Washington State Bar Association; the ability to acquire membership through reciprocity, or ability to take the next Washington bar exam is required. Spanish language fluency is required.
An interest in addressing the legal needs of small, rural communities is a must. Travel throughout the Grant/Adams region is sometimes necessary.
Demonstrated experience and/or connection to NJP’s client communities 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. Must be willing to be engaged with the community to be served.
See link below for full description.
Link:
https://nwjustice.org/employment-opportunities
NJP Staff Attorney - Longview
Northwest Justice Project
The 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 committed to supporting our mission in our Longview office, serving Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties. Willingness to work in Longview and travel throughout Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties is necessary.
Demonstrated experience and/or connection to NJP’s client communities is preferred. Northwest Justice Project is especially interested in qualified candidates whose professional, personal and/or service experience allow them to contribute to and support the legal aid community’s commitment to race equity. Must be willing to be engaged with the community to be served.
See link below for full description
Link:
https://nwjustice.org/employment-opportunities
Technology Support Associate
Iowa Legal Aid
Iowa Legal Aid seeks an experienced and highly-organized Technology Support Associate to help manage its statewide transition to Legal Server, our new case management software. This position reports to the Managing Attorney of the Disaster Project and the Deputy Director of Operations.
Link:
https://www.iowalegalaid.org/resource/technology-support-associate
LawHelpCA Developer
Legal Aid Association of California
LAAC is accepting proposals for a developer for their statewide referral resource site, LawHelpCA. More information, including proposal guidelines and key dates, can be found on https://www.laaconline.org/about/employment/
Link:
https://www.laaconline.org/about/employment/
Agile Project Manager
Theory and Principle
Theory and Principle is looking for an experienced project manager to join its team. Theory and Principle is an industry-leading legal and justice technology product design and development firm. We work with nonprofits, law firms, and legal tech companies globally and are on a mission to bring good design to the legal industry.
The company is based in Portland, Maine. Both local and remote applicants are welcome.
Responsibilities
-Act as primary point of contact with clients
-Set and manage client expectations throughout a project lifecycle
-Work with project team on a daily basis to execute project plan
-Facilitate a Scrum framework, including sprint planning, daily standups, sprint reviews, backlog management, and client sprint reporting
-Track budgets, project expenditure, and burndown charts
-Work closely with the product manager to create a project plan, keep clients informed, and ensure project goals can be met within budget
Required skills and experience:
-4+ years of project management experience in a digital agency or projectized organization
-Knowledge of the agile software development processes
-Experience managing project budgets
Bonus experience/skills:
-Prior experience in the legal industry
-Experience working in Jira
Benefits of working with us:
-Competitive Salary
-Medical, dental and vision plan
-A take-as-much-as-you-need/want vacation policy
-401K
-An inclusive environment of justice-minded software experts
-A place to grow and learn while working on impactful projects
Link:
https://www.theoryandprinciple.com/careers/
Content Strategist
Pro Bono Net
Pro Bono Net, a national nonprofit organization using innovative technology to increase legal assistance for underserved communities, seeks a highly qualified candidate to join our team as the New York Programs Content Strategist. The Content Strategist serves as a resource to Pro Bono Net teams engaged in content design, product management, and project implementation. This full-time position reports to the New York Programs Director and is expected to have knowledge of New York markets and integrate into a New York-based team.
The Content Strategist develops and oversees content strategy, content development, and ongoing content maintenance of assigned digital content assets in various products or channels. The ideal candidate will expertly lead innovative projects for the development of products and services where delivery of content is core functionality. The person in this role conceptualizes, helps define scope and executes plans to present legal information and resources in digital formats (e.g., still image, video, spoken word, text). The Content Strategist adheres to established content standards, policies, processes and workflows and defines new style guidelines as needed.
Further, the Content Strategist will serve as a project manager for special content initiatives, such as creating and testing interactive legal forms and other types of interactive content. The Content Strategist will direct interns, volunteers, and Fellows responsible for identifying key legal issues for a wide variety of individuals, breaking down issues into manageable steps, and assembling those steps into a clear achievable process. Success in this role requires exceptional written and verbal communication skills, knowledge of current SEO strategies, attention to detail, and research skills. Self-direction, creativity, collaboration, and ability to understand and simplify complex information are also needed to succeed in this role.
Link:
https://www.idealist.org/en/nonprofit-job/559937214ba0402e88456bed6bffd79f-content-strategist-pro-bono-net-new-york
Staff Attorney - Consumer Rights
Legal Services of Greater Miami
Provide a range of legal services to assist homeowners at risk of mortgage foreclosure, and to defend mortgage foreclosure actions, including initiation of Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases, loan modifications and rescission actions.
Link:
https://www.legalservicesmiami.org/job-openings
ANNUAL FUND MANAGER POSITION
Legal Services of Greater Miami
The Annual Fund Manager will strategize and manage annual fund campaigns throughout the year such as direct mail and solicitations while collaborating with the development team to expand and support the pipeline of donors to build a comprehensive Annual Fund program.
Link:
https://www.legalservicesmiami.org/job-openings
ATTORNEY POSITION COMMUNITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Legal Services of Greater Miami
Legal Services is seeking a full-time Florida licensed attorney to work on Community Economic Development matters related to providing transactional assistance to low-income owned small businesses nonprofit corporations engaged in economic development activities. Applicants should have at least 2-4 years’ experience working in the areas of real estate, contract law, corporate, and/or administrative law, and be passionate about promoting justice and overcoming barriers facing low-income people.
Link:
https://www.legalservicesmiami.org/job-openings
TEMPORARY TENANTS’ RIGHTS ATTORNEY
Legal Services of Greater Miami
Legal Services is accepting applications from attorneys admitted to the Florida Bar who have a commitment and passion for social, economic, and racial justice and want to protect the rights of low-income tenants living in Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties. This position is for an 18-month term.
Link:
https://www.legalservicesmiami.org/job-openings
Project Manager
Micronesian Legal Services Corporation
The primary purpose of this engagement is to provide technical expertise in IT project management to an information technology (IT) project funded by a grant awarded to Micronesian Legal Services Corporation from the Legal Services Corporation (LSC) pursuant to the 2019 Disaster Supplemental Appropriations Act, which provided special federal funding for survivors of Typhoon Mangkhut and Super Typhoon Yutu in the Northern Marianas Islands, among other natural disasters throughout the country. The project requires coordination between MLSC and multiple vendors and contractors through end to end project management including the planning, development, execution, implementation and evaluation stages. The selected project manager will work with MLSC to ensure that all grant deliverables are met. The timeline is ambitious and will not likely be extended.
Development Director
Neighborhood Legal Services Program
Neighborhood Legal Services Program is seeking candidates for a new development director role. Check it out: https://ideali.st/B2Hzqq. Feel free to share!
Link:
https://ideali.st/B2Hzqq
