Legal Aid of Nebraska · 4 months ago
Staff Attorney - Grand Island
Grand Island,NE,US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/StaffLegal Aid of Nebraska is a private, non-profit law firm that strives to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of clients, employees, partners, and local communities every single day. The role involves providing effective representation to clients, managing a caseload, and participating in community outreach.
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Responsibilities
Evaluates potential cases to determine acceptance and extent of representation
Represent clients in all aspects of their cases including, but not limited to preparation of pleadings, research, discovery, negotiations, settlement, litigation, and appeal
Provide legal advice and counseling to clients, helping them understand their rights and options
Participate in community outreach and education initiatives
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice law in the State of Nebraska and member in good standing with Nebraska Bar Association
Admitted to and in good standing with the Nebraska State Bar (or admission imminent)
Present ability (or willingness to develop) to manage a typical LAN caseload involving significant litigation
A commitment to provide legal services to the low-income citizens of Nebraska
Awareness of the legal problems and needs of low-income Nebraskans
Ability to communicate with persons in the client community
Ability to work effectively with other members of the firm
Willingness to participate in the local bar and community
Preferred
Fluency in a second language is preferred
Relevant experience in poverty law, with a legal aid program, or serving the client community in a way related to legal services
Benefits
15 paid holidays
AD&D insurance
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Employer-paid life insurance
Long-term disability
Paid FMLA
Reimbursement for gym or health club membership
Retirement plan
Sick leave
Vacation
Vision insurance
Wellness benefit
Company
Legal Aid of Nebraska
Legal Aid of Nebraska provides free civil legal assistance and justice through quality civil legal services.
Founded in 1963
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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