Attorney — Casa Grande Office

Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Incorporated; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 58,656 - 101,915; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Pension plan

Student loan repayment assistance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Job summary

A non-profit legal assistance organization is seeking an attorney in Tucson, AZ, to provide free legal assistance to low-income individuals across Southeastern Arizona. The role involves court appearances and community outreach related to landlord/tenant and family law. Candidates should be members of the Arizona Bar or eligible to take the bar exam, with a strong commitment to the low-income community. Competitive salary ranging from $58,656 to $101,915, plus benefits including health insurance and student loan assistance.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be a member of the Arizona Bar or be willing to take the next bar exam.
• Experience can include internships and third-year practice under supervision.
• Knowledgeable in general civil practice for low-income communities.

Responsibilities

• Make appearances in Pinal County Superior Court and various tribunals.
• Participate in community outreach to promote legal aid services.
• Provide legal assistance primarily in landlord/tenant and family law.

Skills

Sensitivity to low-income community issues

Good communication skills

Ability to work in a multicultural setting

Spanish fluency

Education

Arizona Bar membership or eligibility to take the next bar exam

Zero to five years' experience in law

Job description

Overview

SALA provides free legal assistance to low-income people over nine counties and 11 Indian Reservations in Southeastern Arizona. The attorney assigned to the Casa Grande office will make regular appearances in Pinal County Superior Court, the county’s Justice Court precincts, and various administrative tribunals. Travel to meet with clients and appear at hearings across the county is required. Much of the work involves landlord/tenant, family, and consumer law. The attorney will participate in community outreach at locations throughout the county to increase public awareness of legal aid services. Casa Grande, located halfway between Phoenix and Tucson, is a vibrant, multicultural city offering a family-oriented environment with easy access to urban amenities.

Minimum Requirements

1. Applicants must be a member of the Arizona Bar or be willing to take the next bar exam. Applicants licensed at least two years in another jurisdiction may practice by special rule, Ariz. R. Sup. Ct. 38. Criminal background check required.
2. Applicants should have zero to five years’ experience, including internships and third-year practice under the supervision of a licensed attorney.
3. Applicants must exhibit a high degree of sensitivity to the problems of the low-income community and be able to work with low income and community groups. They should have initiative, good communication skills, and the ability to work well in a multi-cultural setting.
4. Applicants should be knowledgeable in general civil practice on behalf of the low-income community. Spanish fluency is helpful.

Compensation

Salary range $58,656 – $101,915 DOE; Up to five percent additional compensation to individuals fluent in Spanish. Payment of bar exam and admission fees for those not yet admitted. Student loan repayment assistance. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility. Excellent benefits package including health insurance, disability insurance, and pension plan. Excellent work/life balance with thirty-five-hour workweeks and generous leave provisions.

EOE

SALA is committed to equal employment opportunities for all workers, regardless of race, gender, disability or other protected class status. SALA is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws and regulations. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply.

Contact

Hiring Committee
Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc.
2343 E. Broadway Blvd, Suite 200; Tucson AZ 85719-6007
[phone] / Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Deadline

Open until filled. Submit cover letter, resume, writing sample and three references.