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
