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.
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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
