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Staff Attorney
Norristown, PA Job Title: Staff Attorney – Norristown (Montgomery County), PA Organization: Legal Aid of Southeastern PA Salary Range: $56,500 depending on experience and qualifications Overview: Legal Aid of Southeastern PA (“LASP”) is seeking a full-time Staff Attorney to provide civil legal services in its Norristown Office in Montgomery County. LASP serves low-income individuals and families in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties. The position will focus on representing parents in Children and Youth cases involving dependency and termination of parental rights, as well as addressing issues related to public benefits, consumer law and bankruptcy, employment, expungements, housing, family law, and protection from domestic violence. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including employer-funded 401K, health and ancillary benefits, and generous leave provisions. Responsibilities: - Interview clients, determine eligibility for services, and investigate facts - Conduct legal research and interpret laws - Provide advice and counsel to clients - Prepare legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, motions, notices, and correspondence - Develop strategy and arguments for cases and assist in preparation of witnesses - Represent clients in trial and appellate courts and before administrative agencies - Review decisions and consult with management on potential appeals - Participate in professional and community organizations - Conduct clinics, community education, and workshops - Collaborate with LASP team to achieve office and program goals - Develop knowledge of community referral resources and assess community and client needs - Enhance skills and knowledge through training and education - Abide by professional standards of ethics and practice - Complete administrative tasks, including timekeeping and maintaining physical files - Ensure compliance with grant requirements and assist with grant reports - Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: - Licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania or admitted in another jurisdiction and eligible for admission to Pennsylvania - Proficiency in word processing, Outlook products, case management software, and online legal research tools - Passionate commitment to public interest law and serving low-income individuals and vulnerable populations - Strong written and oral advocacy and organizational skills - Willingness to accept complex and challenging cases and develop creative strategies to assist clients - Spanish language fluency is desirable Salary and Benefits: - Minimum salary of $56,500, depending on experience and qualifications - Excellent benefits, including employer-funded 401K, health and ancillary benefits, and generous leave provisions (paid holidays, personal, vacation, and sick leave) Equal Opportunity Employer: LASP is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate in the recruitment, selection, or advancement of employees on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. The organization makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. How to Apply: To apply for this position, please send your resume and cover letter, including the job title (Norristown Staff Attorney), to Elise Wilson-Coles, Human Resources Manager at Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania, at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. The position will remain open until filled. Please reference job posting CSOR08042023 in your application. |
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