Part-Time Attorney

Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada; Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is looking for two part-time attorneys to provide advocacy to its clients. This role requires representing children in dependency and minor guardianship courts or adults in guardianship court, with flexible hours based on court calendars.

The ideal candidates will be energetic and compassionate team players, licensed attorneys with experience in litigation, family, guardianship, and dependency law—Spanish-speaking candidates are preferred. This part-time position offers a competitive salary without benefits.

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney in good standing from any U.S. jurisdiction.
• Experience in litigation is preferred but not required.
• Ability to speak Spanish is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Represent children in dependency and minor guardianship courts.
• Represent adults in guardianship court.
• Provide creative and zealous advocacy for clients.

Skills

Experience in litigation

Family law knowledge

Guardianship law knowledge

Dependency law knowledge

Spanish language ability

Education

Licensed attorney in good standing

Job description

Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is seeking two part-time attorneys (20-25 hours a week) to provide creative and zealous advocacy to its clients. The part‑time attorney is needed to represent either (1) children in dependency and minor guardianship courts or (2) adults in guardianship court. Hours are flexible as long as court calendars allow. The ideal candidate will be an energetic, intelligent, compassionate team player who possesses a passion for public service and a strong commitment to ensuring justice for vulnerable children in our community.

Preferred Experience & Skills

Experience in litigation, as well as family, guardianship, and dependency law is preferred, but not required. Training and mentorship are provided. 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 & Benefits

Starting salary range is $37,000 to $50,000 depending on experience, with annual increases available. There are no benefits offered as it is a part‑time position.

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.

Email cover letter, resume, and a brief writing sample to:

Human Resources Department
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
Email: [e-mail]

Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer