Resiliency & Justice Center Legal Assistant
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is recruiting for a full-time, permanent Legal Assistant for the Resiliency & Justice Center to perform a full range of legal, administrative and clerical related duties in support of an assigned Attorney(s) and/or other members of the department. Qualified candidates must be efficient with time management and be multitasker. Candidates must be proficient with court and office calendaring, filing and general office protocols. Must have prior experience with legal terminology, have excellent organizational, communication and computer skills and have expertise with Word, Excel and Outlook software programs.
Additional qualities desired
- Must be a team player able to deal with different personalities.
- Must be committed to company Mission and Values.
- Must be results-oriented and able to complete all assignments under time constraints.
- Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must have prior experience with legal terminology.
Starting salary range is $39,000.00-$52,000.00 yearly dependent upon experience with annual increases available. Our excellent benefits effective on date of hire include 100% employer paid health insurance for an employee, spouse/legal domestic partner, and dependents up to 26 years old, a generous paid time off policy and flex work options after training is complete. A 403b match dollar for dollar up to 5% of an employee’s salary after 12 months of employment and 12 weeks paid parental leave after one year of employment.
Please visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select “CAREERS” for current opportunities. Follow us on Twitter.com/LegalAidSNV, Facebook and YouTube.
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
Please e-mail cover letter, resume and a brief writing sample to:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
Attn: Human Resources Department
E-mail:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer
Deadline: Open until filled
Independent Living Advocate
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, a private, non-profit law firm has an immediate opening for a full-time, Independent Living Advocate to assist Attorneys with their clients who are aging out of the foster care system.
Duties
- Checking-in every six weeks with clients including those that reside outside of Nevada.
- Reviewing youth/young adult cases in case management system and Odyssey prior to contacting the client.
- Assist clients as needed including researching school and community resources and providers in-state and out-of-state (e.g., trade schools, colleges, FAFSA support, etc.)
- Emailing caseworkers to obtain updated contact information.
- Participating in IL Transition Planning Child and Family Team (“ILTP CFT” 30 days prior to the client aging out) meetings with the assigned CAP Attorney.
- Updating the client’s demographics in case management System and entering notes after meetings with clients.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Successful candidates must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced deadline driven environment, be a team player, be dependable and organized, detailed oriented, and be able to move between files/projects easily. Excellent legal writing skills a must. Prefer bi-lingual candidate, English/Spanish but not required.
Additional qualities desired
- Is able to understand the lives and struggles confronting low-income and vulnerable people in our community.
- Enjoys providing legal information to someone who might need extra patience understanding their legal issues.
- An empathetic communicator with a positive attitude.
- Enjoys being a part of a great team of passionate and caring individuals.
- Loves challenges, is a self-starter, and believes in professionalism.
Salary and Benefits
Starting salary range is $39,000.00 to $52,000.00 depending on experience with annual increases available. Our excellent benefits are effective on date of hire and include:
- 100% employer paid health insurance for an employee, spouse/legal domestic partner, and dependents up to 26 years old,
- Generous paid time off policy,
- Flex work options after training is complete,
- 403b match dollar for dollar up to 5% of an employee’s salary after 12 months of employment, and
- 12 weeks paid parental leave after one year of employment.
Please visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select careers for current opportunities. Follow us on Twitter.com/LegalAidSNV, Facebook and YouTube.
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
Please e-mail cover letter, resume and a brief writing sample to:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
Attn: Human Resources Department
E-mail:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer
Deadline: Open until filled
Minor Guardianship Legal Assistant
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, a private, non-profit law firm has an immediate opening for a full-time, permanent Legal Assistant for its Minor Guardianship Project. Qualified candidates must have experience with Nevada and Federal court procedures, court e-filing, court calendaring, Microsoft Office, case management system and general office protocols. In addition, candidate must be highly organized, have excellent legal writing and communication skills, knowledge of law office documents and advanced computer skills. Prefer bi-lingual candidate, English/Spanish, however, not required. Family Law experience a plus. Salary depends upon experience.
Additional qualities desired
- Is able to understand the lives and struggles confronting low-income and vulnerable people in our community
- Enjoys providing customer service to someone who might need extra patience understanding their legal issue
- An empathetic communicator with a positive attitude
- Enjoys being a part of a great team of caring individuals
- Loves challenges, dislikes being bored, and believes drama and gossip belong at the movies or at brunch, not at work.
Salary and Benefits
Starting salary range is $39,000.00-$52,000.00 per year depending on experience with annual increases available. Our excellent benefits are effective on date of hire and include:
- 100% employer paid health insurance for an employee, spouse/legal domestic partner, and dependents up to 26 years old,
- Generous paid time off policy,
- Flex work options after training is complete,
- 403b match dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of an employee’s salary after 12 months of employment, and
- 12 weeks paid parental leave after one year of employment.
Please visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select “CAREERS” for current opportunities. Follow us on Twitter.com/LegalAidSNV, Facebook and YouTube.
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
Please e-mail cover letter, resume and a brief writing sample to:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
Attn: Human Resources Department
E-mail:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer
Deadline: Open until filled
Guardianship Legal Assistant
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is recruiting for a full-time, permanent Guardianship Legal Assistant. Qualified candidates must have experience with Nevada courts, legal terminology, and legal procedures. Candidates must be proficient with court and office calendaring, filing, and general office protocols. Prefer candidate with legal assistant experience who is bilingual (English-Spanish) but not required. Candidate must have excellent organizational, communication, and computer skills, and have expertise with Word, Excel, and Outlook software programs.
Additional qualities desired:
- Is able to understand the lives and struggles confronting low-income and vulnerable people in our community
- Enjoys providing legal information to someone who might need extra patience understanding their legal issue
- An empathetic communicator with a positive attitude
- Enjoys being a part of a great team of caring individuals
- Loves challenges, dislikes being bored, and believes drama and gossip belong at the movies or at brunch, not at work
Salary is dependent upon experience with annual increases available. Our excellent benefits include 100% employer-paid health insurance for an employee, spouse/legal domestic partner, and dependents up to 26 years old; a 403B match dollar for dollar up to 5% of an employee’s salary after 12 months of employment; 12 weeks paid parental leave; a generous paid time off policy; and flex work options.
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada conducts a background review on employees.
Visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select "Careers" for current openings. Follow us on social media for news and other opportunities (Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn).
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
Please email cover letter, resume, and a brief writing sample to:
Human Resources Department
Email:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer
Deadline: Open until filled
Immigration Intake Advocate
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, Inc., a private, non-profit law firm is seeking a full time Intake Advocate to screen low-income clients for eligibility, provide support to Immigration attorneys with oral and written translations, answer hotline and perform general clerical duties. Paralegal or legal experience preferred. Excellent communication and public interaction skills are necessary, detail oriented and great organizational skills. Prefer bi-lingual candidate, English/Spanish.
Additional qualities desired
- An empathetic communicator with a positive attitude
- Is able to understand the lives and struggles confronting low-income and vulnerable people in our community
- Enjoys providing legal information to someone who might need extra patience understanding their legal issue
- A team player that enjoys being a part of a great team of caring individuals
- Loves challenges, dislikes being bored, and believes drama and gossip belong at the movies or at brunch, not at work.
Salary and Benefits
Salary is dependent upon experience with annual increases available. Our excellent benefits start on date of hire and include:
- 100% employer paid health insurance for an employee, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents up to 26 years old,
- Loan repayment assistance which usually pays the entire student loan payment,
- 403B match dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of an employee’s salary after 12 months of employment,
- 12 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of employment,
- Generous paid time off policy, and
- Flex work options.
Please visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select “CAREERS” for current opportunities. Follow us on Twitter.com/LegalAidSNV, Facebook and YouTube.
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
Attn: Human Resources Department
E-mail:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer
Consumer Rights Attorney
The Consumer Rights Project at Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is seeking a full-time Staff Attorney to provide creative and zealous advocacy and direct representation to low income clients in cases involving fraud and deceptive trade practices, payday/title loans, vehicle purchase and repair, real estate issues and debt collection defense. The attorney will seek to minimize the financial harm to clients in precarious situations as well as seek redress from defendants who continuously prey on the poor in violation of the law to maximize their own profits. The attorney will also assist in community outreach to educate the community about their rights and assist other attorneys in the unit.
The Consumer Rights attorney can engage in cutting edge litigation, including class action litigation. The program attorney also has the opportunity to advocate for statutory reforms to promote economic justice for low-income consumers, guard against unfair and predatory legislation, and address critical and systemic issues impacting low income and vulnerable populations. The attorney can also develop working relationships with policymakers and stakeholders at the state and federal level on consumer protection issues.
Preferred Experience and Skills
The ideal candidate is committed to public interest law and community service and has the desire to work with and zealously advocate for our clients. Some litigation experience is helpful. The ability to speak Spanish is always beneficial. The candidate must be a licensed attorney in good standing from any United States jurisdiction (Nevada offers special licensing for attorneys relocating to Nevada to provide legal services through Legal Aid Center.)
Salary and Benefits
Salary is dependent upon experience with annual increases available. Our excellent benefits start on date of hire and include:
- 100% employer paid health insurance for an employee, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents up to 26 years old,
- Loan repayment assistance which usually pays the entire student loan payment,
- 403B match dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of an employee’s salary after 12 months of employment,
- 12 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of employment,
- Generous paid time off policy,
- Flex work options, and
- Reasonable relocation benefits.
About Legal Aid Center
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is a dynamic, progressive, non-profit law firm providing high-quality representation to the most underserved members of the Southern Nevada community. During its 64 years of service, Legal Aid Center has protected and advanced the rights of survivors of domestic violence, tenants facing eviction and homelessness, adults with disabilities and the elderly facing abuse and exploitation, consumers victimized by fraudulent and deceptive business practices, children who have experienced abuse and neglect, and many others, giving them a voice in court and a chance to regain control over their lives. Legal Aid Center is the most diverse law firm in Nevada staffed with compassionate and devoted employees who together create a collaborative and supportive work environment devoted to protecting the rights of its clients. Please visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select careers for current opportunities. Follow us on Twitter.com/LegalAidSNV, Facebook and YouTube.
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
Please email cover letter, resume and a brief writing sample to:
Human Resources Department
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
e-mail:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer
Deadline: Open until filled
Customer Management Specialist (Part-Time)
The Family Law Self-Help Center is seeking a part-time Customer Management Specialist to work 20-25 hours per week. The self-help center is a legal “emergency room” that provides information and court forms to nearly 90,000 walk-in customers per year. This is a high-energy environment serving people without attorneys who must navigate family court. Common issues addressed include: divorce, child custody, paternity, protection orders, guardianship, and trial preparation.
The Customer Management Specialist is responsible for: welcoming customers to the center, quickly assessing the service they need, managing the center’s waitlist, directing customers to staff, and routing them to other departments if needed. Excellent public interaction and multi-tasking skills required. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, but not required. Pay is $18 per hour.
Additional qualities desired
- Understands the struggles confronting low-income and vulnerable people in our community
- Is able to calmly work with those experiencing stress or trauma who need extra patience
- An empathetic communicator with a positive attitude
- Enjoys being a part of a great team of caring individuals
- Loves challenges and dislikes being bored
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to:
E-mail:
Attn: Human Resources Department
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employerwww.lacsn.org
Deadline: Open until filled
Family Law Legal Assistant
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, a private, non-profit law firm has an immediate opening for a full-time, permanent Legal Assistant for its Family Justice Project. Qualified candidates must have experience with Nevada court procedures, court e-filing, court calendaring, Microsoft Office, and general office protocols. In addition, candidate must be highly organized, have excellent legal writing and communication skills, knowledge of law office documents, and advanced computer skills. Prefer bilingual candidate (English-Spanish), however, not required. Family law experience a must.
Additional qualities desired
- An empathetic communicator with a positive attitude
- Is able to understand the lives and struggles confronting low-income and vulnerable people in our community
- Enjoys providing legal information to someone who might need extra patience understanding their legal issue
- A team player who enjoys being a part of a great team of caring individuals
- Loves challenges, dislikes being bored, and believes drama and gossip belong at the movies or at brunch, not at work
Starting salary range is $39,000 - $52,000 depending on experience with annual increases available. Our excellent benefits include:
- 100% employer paid health insurance for an employee, spouse/legal domestic partner, and dependents up to 26 years old,
- 403b match dollar for dollar up to 5% of an employee’s salary after 12 months of employment,
- 12 weeks paid parental leave,
- generous paid time off policy, and
- flex work options.
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada conducts a background review on employees.
Visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select "Careers" for current openings. Follow us on social media for news and other opportunities (Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn).
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
Please email cover letter, resume, and a brief writing sample to:
Human Resources Department
Email:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer
Deadline: Open until filled
Children's Attorneys Project Legal Assistant
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, a private, non-profit law firm has an immediate opening for a full-time, permanent Legal Secretary for its Children’s Attorneys Project - child abuse & neglect unit. Qualified candidates must have experience with Nevada and Federal court procedures, court e-filing, court calendaring, Microsoft Office, case management system and general office protocols. In addition, candidate must be highly organized, have excellent legal writing and communication skills, knowledge of law office documents and advanced computer skills. Prefer bi-lingual candidate, English/Spanish, however, not required. Family Law experience a plus. Salary depends upon experience.
Additional qualities desired
- Is able to understand the lives and struggles confronting low-income and vulnerable people in our community
- Enjoys providing customer service to someone who might need extra patience understanding their legal issue
- An empathetic communicator with a positive attitude
- Enjoys being a part of a great team of caring individuals
- Loves challenges, dislikes being bored, and believes drama and gossip belong at the movies or at brunch, not at work.
Salary and Benefits
Salary is dependent upon experience with annual increases available. Our excellent benefits start on date of hire and include:
- 100% employer paid health insurance for an employee, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents up to 26 years old,
- 403B match dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of an employee’s salary after 12 months of employment,
- 12 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of employment,
- Generous paid time off policy, and
- Flex work options
Please visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select careers for current opportunities. Follow us on Twitter.com/LegalAidSNV, Facebook and YouTube.
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
Please send cover letter and resume to:
Attn: Human Resources Department
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
E-mail:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer
Deadline Open until filled
Administrative Assistant
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, a non-profit, public interest law firm, is seeking an exceptional individual with off-the-charts customer service and organizational skills. This individual will work as part of a team of attorneys and advocates dedicated to providing legal assistance to casino and other workers pursuant to an employee benefit program. No prior legal experience is necessary, but it is a definite plus. This individual will need solid computer skills and must be able to juggle multiple tasks and personalities. The candidate will schedule appointments, complete data entry, and direct clients to the appropriate department. Above all, this individual must be able to thrive in a positive, client-focused, solution-oriented team atmosphere where Legal Aid Center’s mission of preserving access to justice and providing quality legal services is always front and center.
Requirements
Candidate must have 3 years previous experience working in an office environment, data entry, customer service specialist, or equivalent. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in both English and Spanish. Comfortable with new technology and a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook. Ability to multitask and work effectively with individuals from diverse economic, cultural, and social backgrounds under sometimes-stressful circumstances. Excellent customer service skills, interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and ability deal compassionately with individuals facing legal issues.
Additional qualities desired
- Understands the lives and struggles confronting low-income and vulnerable people in our community
- Enjoys providing customer service to someone who may require extra patience understanding his/her legal issue
- Empathizes with a positive attitude
- Enjoys being part of a great team of caring individuals• Loves challenges, dislikes being bored
Salary is dependent upon experience with annual increases available. Our benefits include 100% employer paid health insurance for an employee, spouse and dependents up to 26 years old. A 403B match dollar for dollar up to 5% of an employee’s salary after 12 months of employment, 12 weeks paid parental leave, and generous paid time off policy.
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada conducts a background review on employees.
Please visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select careers for current opportunities. Follow us on Twitter.com/LegalAidSNV, Facebook and YouTube.
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
Please email cover letter and resume to:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
Attn: Human Resources Department
e-mail:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer
Deadline: Open until filled
Case Manager/Liaison
Pro Bono Children’s Liaison
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, a private, non-profit law firm is seeking a full-time Case manager/Liaison for its Pro Bono Project. This position supports the Children’s Attorneys Project cases under the Pro bono Project. Under supervision of a Directing Attorney and the Pro Bono Director, the Case manager/Liaison acts as an intermediary for volunteer attorneys and Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada. Duties of this position include the following:
- Place Children’s Attorneys Project cases with Pro Bono Attorneys,
- Set up CLE trainings,
- Coordinate mentorship for Pro Bono,
- Complete case summaries,
- Complete a monthly audit of all active Children’s Attorneys Project cases,
- Draft initial court orders for volunteer attorneys,
- Provide general support to Pro Bono Attorneys, and
- Assist the Pro Bono unit as needed in other projects.
Bachelor’s degree desired. Experience in human resources recruiting, the legal field and/or event planning preferred, however, other professional experience will be considered. Candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills, solid writing, computer literate, and a professional demeanor. Attention to detail is required.
Additional qualities desired
- Is able to understand the lives and struggles confronting low-income and vulnerable people in our community
- Enjoys providing legal information to someone who might need extra patience understanding their legal issue
- An empathetic communicator with a positive attitude
- Enjoys being a part of a great team of caring individuals
- Loves challenges, dislikes being bored, and believes drama and gossip belong at the movies or at brunch, not at work.
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada offers a benefit package, including 100% employer paid health, dental, vision and life insurance for employees and their dependents, paid vacation/sick time, and company matched 403b plan.
Please visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select careers for current opportunities. Follow us on Twitter.com/LegalAidSNV, Facebook and YouTube.
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
Please send cover letter and resume to:
Attn: Human Resources Department
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
e-mail:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer
Deadline: Open until filled
Victim Survivor Advocate/Navigator
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, a private, non-profit public interest law firm is seeking a full time Victim/Survivor Assistance Navigator for its Resiliency & Justice Center. Under the supervision of the center’s Director, the candidate will handle Intake and Assessment, help victims/survivors & clients to navigate, understand and access available resources, attend community outreach events and contribute to program evaluation efforts and activities. Excellent communication and public interactions skills, a team player, dependable and organized a must. Prefer bi-lingual candidate, English/Spanish. Salary depends upon experience.
Additional qualities desired
- Is able to understand the lives and struggles confronting low-income and vulnerable people in our community
- Enjoys providing legal information to someone who might need extra patience understanding their legal issue
- An empathetic communicator with a positive attitude
- Enjoys being a part of a great team of caring individuals
- Loves challenges, dislikes being bored, and believes drama and gossip belong at the movies or at brunch, not at work.
Salary and Benefits
Salary is dependent upon experience with annual increases available. Our excellent benefits start on date of hire and include:
- 100% employer paid health insurance for an employee, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents up to 26 years old,
- 403B match dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of an employee’s salary after 12 months of employment,
- 12 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of employment,
- Generous paid time off policy,
- Flex work options.
Please visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select careers for current opportunities. Follow us on Twitter.com/LegalAidSNV, Facebook and YouTube.
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
Please email cover letter, resume and a brief writing sample to:
Attention: Human Resources
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
E-mail:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer
Deadline: Open until filled
Guardianship Case Manager
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, a private, non-profit law firm is seeking a permanent full time case manager. Under the supervision of the Guardianship Advocacy Project Director, employees in this position will manage a significant caseload, performing a range of paralegal and clerical duties in support of assigned unit Attorneys. In addition to case management, the case manager will work directly with the attorneys, ensuring files are updated in the case management system, preparing monthly case reports, drafting various notices and petitions, and other related duties.
This position requires attention to detail, organization, and ability to handle work in a fast-paced environment with a high volume of cases. This position will have minimal client contact. Paralegal experience preferred, excellent communication and writing skills, fluent with English/Spanish preferred, however, not required. Salary depends upon experience. Employment is contingent upon passing a background check.
Additional qualities desired
- Is able to understand the lives and struggles confronting low-income and vulnerable people in our community
- A self-motivator with a positive attitude
- Enjoys being a part of a great team of caring individuals
- Loves challenges, dislikes being bored, and believes drama and gossip belong at the movies or at brunch, not at work.
Salary and Benefits
Salary is dependent upon experience with annual increases available. Our excellent benefits start on date of hire and include:
- 100% employer paid health insurance for an employee, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents up to 26 years old,
- 403B match dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of an employee’s salary after 12 months of employment,
- 12 weeks paid parental leave after 1 year of employment,
- Generous paid time off policy,
- Flex work options after training is complete.
Please visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select careers for current opportunities. Follow us on Twitter.com/LegalAidSNV, Facebook and YouTube.
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
Please email cover letter, resume and a brief writing sample to:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
Attention Human Resources Department
E-mail:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer
Deadline: Open until filled
Consumer Case Manager
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, a private, non-profit law firm is seeking a permanent full time case manager. Under the supervision of the Consumer Rights Project Director, employees in this position will manage a caseload, performing a range of advocate and clerical duties in support of assigned unit Attorneys. In addition to case management, the case manager will work directly with the attorneys, ensuring files are updated in the case management system, interface with clients & outside agencies, and other related duties. This position requires attention to detail, organization skills, ability to handle work in a fast-paced environment with a high volume of cases and a compassionate attitude. Experience processing legal documents, excellent communication and writing skills, calendaring, fluent with English/Spanish preferred, however, not required.
Additional qualities desired
- Is able to understand the lives and struggles confronting low-income and vulnerable people in our community
- A self-motivator with a positive attitude
- Enjoys being a part of a great team of caring individuals
- Loves challenges, dislikes being bored, and believes drama and gossip belong at the movies or at brunch, not at work.
Salary and Benefits
Salary is dependent upon experience with annual increases available. Our excellent benefits start on date of hire and include:
• 100% employer paid health insurance for an employee, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents up to 26 years old,
• 403B match dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of an employee’s salary after 12 months of employment,
• 12 weeks paid parental leave after 1 year of employment,
• Generous paid time off policy,
• Flex work options after training is complete.
Please visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select careers for current opportunities. Follow us on Twitter.com/LegalAidSNV, Facebook and YouTube.
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
Please email cover letter, resume and a brief writing sample to:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
Attention Human Resources Department
E-mail:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check.
Legal Assistant
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is recruiting for a full-time, permanent Legal Assistant. Qualified candidates must have experience with Nevada and Federal courts, legal terminology and procedures. Candidates must be proficient with court and office calendaring, filing and general office protocols. Prefer candidate with Legal Assistant experience who is bi-lingual (English-Spanish) but not required. Candidate must have excellent organizational, communication and computer skills and have expertise with Word, Excel and Outlook software programs. Salary depends upon experience.
Additional qualities desired
- An empathetic communicator with a positive attitude
- Enjoys providing customer service to someone who might need extra patience understanding their legal issue
- Enjoys being a part of a great team of caring individuals
- Loves challenges, dislikes being bored, and believes drama and gossip belong at the movies or at brunch, not at work.
Salary and Benefits
Salary is dependent upon experience with annual increases available. Our excellent benefits start on date of hire and include:
- 100% employer paid health insurance for an employee, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents up to 26 years old,
- 403B match dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of an employee’s salary after 12 months of employment,
- 12 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of employment,
- Generous paid time off policy,
- Flex work options
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is a dynamic, progressive, non-profit law firm providing high-quality representation to the most underserved members of the Southern Nevada community. During its 64 years of service, Legal Aid Center has protected and advanced the rights of survivors of domestic violence, tenants facing eviction and homelessness, adults with disabilities and the elderly facing abuse and exploitation, consumers victimized by fraudulent and deceptive business practices, children who have experienced abuse and neglect, and many others, giving them a voice in court and a chance to regain control over their lives. Legal Aid Center is the most diverse law firm in Nevada staffed with compassionate and devoted employees who together create a collaborative and supportive work environment devoted to protecting the rights of its clients.
Please visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select careers for current opportunities. Follow us on Twitter.com/LegalAidSNV, Facebook and YouTube.
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
Please send cover letter, resume and a brief writing sample to:
Human Resources Department
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
E-mail:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada conducts a background review on employees.
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Deadline: Open until filled