Litigation Attorney #1
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, a non-profit, public interest law firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney for its Consumer Rights Project to provide direct representation to low-income clients. Candidate will assist low income clients with cases involving deceptive trade practices, payday/title loans, vehicle purchase, foreclosure, debt collection defense, and class action litigation along with community outreach and other matters as assigned. Prefer a candidate with five years of litigation experience, as well as familiarity with state and federal district courts, and state and federal consumer protection statutes. Excellent legal writing and communication skills a must. Prefer bi-lingual candidate, English/Spanish, but not required. Qualified candidates must possess an active/good standing Bar License from any United States jurisdiction. Salary depends upon experience.
EDUCATIONAL SURROGATE VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada Inc. a non-profit, public interest law firm is seeking a full time educational surrogate volunteer coordinator to recruit and train volunteers to assist children in foster care with accessing special education services from the Clark County School District. Candidate will work with low income parents of children with disabilities needing special education services as well as volunteers of the program. Candidate will provide information, advice, training and representation (at meetings and IEP’s) under the supervision of an attorney. Excellent communication and public interaction skills are necessary. Special Education experience strongly preferred. Prefer bi-lingual candidate, English/Spanish. Salary Depends on Experience.
Adult Guardianship Attorney
The Guardianship Advocacy Program at Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is seeking a full-time Staff Attorney to provide creative and zealous advocacy to vulnerable seniors and adults facing guardianship. The program’s attorneys champion the civil and constitutional rights of their clients by providing direct legal representation to these vulnerable adults. In court, the guardianship attorneys give voice to their clients’ wishes and preferences ensuring those wishes are considered in matters affecting all aspects of their lives. The Staff Attorney position is not just a desk job. Over the course of a case, the attorney will be responsible for interviewing their client at the client’s residence, meeting with interested parties, negotiating with opposing counsel, conducting discovery, and representing the client in court. The attorney’s representation continues throughout the life of the guardianship. When an issue arises, the attorney is there to protect the client’s interests. The entire guardianship team is available to provide thoughtful mentoring and guidance, but each Staff Attorney leads their own cases.
The Guardianship Advocacy Program, which started in 2018 and has grown to 18 full-time attorneys, is the first and only practice of its kind in the United States and is a model to which other states in the country look for inspiration. The program’s attorneys have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge legal representation to protect the most vulnerable members of the community. In addition to direct client representation and extensive courtroom advocacy, the attorneys also have the opportunity to advocate for statutory reforms and develop working relationships with policymakers and stakeholders around the state.
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. While some litigation experience is helpful, no prior experience is necessary as Legal Aid Center provides extensive training. 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 65 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
Careers
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Support Staff Positions
Children's Attorneys Project Legal Assistant
Opportunities for Law Students & Fellowships
Fall 2024 - Law Clerk - Children's Attorney Project - OPEN
Fall 2024 - Law Clerk - Civil Law Self-Help Center - OPEN
Fall 2024 - Law Clerk - Consumer Rights Project - OPEN
Fall 2024 - Law Clerk - Consumer Rights Project - Bankruptcy - OPEN
Fall 2024 - Law Clerk - Consumer Rights Project - Intake - CLOSED
Fall 2024 - Law Clerk - Education Advocacy Program - OPEN
Fall 2024 - Law Clerk - Family Justice Project - OPEN
Fall 2024 - Law Clerk - Family Law Self-Help Center - OPEN
Fall 2024 - Law Clerk - Guardianship Advocacy Project - OPEN
Fall 2024 - Law Clerk - Immigration Advocacy Project - OPEN
Fall 2024 - Law Clerk - Legal Service Fund - CLOSED
Fall 2042 - Law Clerk - Resiliency & Justice Center - OPEN
Fall 2024 - Law Clerk - Statewide Advocacy, Outreach, and Policy - OPEN
Opportunities for Law Students
All offers of employment at Legal Aid Center are contingent upon clearance of a background check.
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Legal Information Facilitator at Civil Law Self Help Center
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, a private, non-profit law firm is seeking a full time Legal Information Facilitator. Under the supervision of a lawyer, this position will provide legal information to the public at the Self Help Center located at the Regional Justice Center, principally in the areas of landlord/tenant and consumer. Paralegal experience preferred, however, training will be provided. Excellent communication and public interaction skills are necessary. Fluent with English/Spanish preferred, however, not required. 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.
Assistant Recruiter Pro Bono Unit
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, a private, non-profit law firm, is seeking a full-time Assistant Recruiter for its Pro Bono Unit, matching low-income clients with volunteer attorneys. Under the direction of the Pro Bono Director, the Assistant Recruiter will coordinate events and training, place pro bono cases, and support the Pro Bono Director. The Assistant Recruiter will handle various administrative tasks, such as tracking program statistics, maintaining the client waiting list, coordinating logistics, and planning training and other recruitment events. College degree required. Experience in the legal field and/or event planning is strongly preferred but not required. The candidate must have excellent people skills and a professional demeanor.
Additional qualities desired:
- Can understand the lives and struggles confronting low-income and vulnerable people in our community
- Outgoing and Professional - Unafraid to make cold calls/ask for attorney and community participation
- 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, such as 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, resume and a brief writing sample to:
Attn: Human Resources Department
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
725 S. Charleston Blvd
Las Vegas, Nevada 89104
e-mail:
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer
Deadline: Open until filled