National Legal Aid & Defender Association · 1 day ago
Native American Program Staff Attorney
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelNational Legal Aid & Defender Association provides civil legal services to low-income New Mexicans, and they are seeking a Native American Program Staff Attorney. This role involves providing legal services to eligible clients, participating in outreach activities, and analyzing community needs for systemic solutions.
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Responsibilities
Provides legal services, from advice to full representation, to eligible clients within NAP's priorities
Participates in NAP's outreach activities, which include developing community education presentations and pro se materials responsive to the needs of NAP's client community members, meeting with tribal agency personnel regarding the legal issues of their communities, and staffing occasional NAP legal clinics
Analyzes NAP applicants' needs to highlight areas where systemic solutions or more dedicated focus would prove valuable
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Active membership in the New Mexico State Bar or eligibility for admission
Experience in civil and/or criminal law
Commitment to serving low-income and Native American communities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Willingness to travel regularly around the state
Company
National Legal Aid & Defender Association
National Legal Aid & Defender Association leads a broad network of advocates on the frontlines to advance justice and expand opportunity.
Founded in 1911
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.3MKey Investors
Lumina Foundation
2022-02-15Grant· $0.3M
Leadership Team
April Frazier Camara, Esq.
President & CEO
Vernina A.
Executive Assistant To Chief Executive Officer
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