Staff Attorney

Indiana Legal Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 57,425 - 75,535; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with no waiting period

Dental and vision insurance at no cost

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Health Savings Account (HSA) with starting contribution

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Job summary

A statewide legal services provider is seeking a staff attorney in Indianapolis. The attorney will provide assistance primarily in housing law and civil legal aid, collaborating with community partners and offering high-quality legal representation. Candidates must possess a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited school, a license to practice in Indiana, and preferred experience in small claims court. The role provides a starting salary of $57,425 and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Dedicated to the mission of Indiana Legal Services.
• At least three (3) years of attorney experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality legal representation in court proceedings.
• Provide legal advice, limited service, and negotiation.
• Review applications for legal assistance.
• Collaborate with community partners.
• Comply with all LSC and grant requirements.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to travel as needed

Experience in small claims court

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school

License to practice law in Indiana

Job description

AGENCY DESCRIPTION: Indiana Legal Services, Inc. (ILS) is a statewide, not‑for‑profit law firm that provides free legal services to eligible clients in civil cases through 8 branch offices. ILS is funded by the Legal Services Corporation, Indiana Civil Legal Aid Fund, United Ways, Area Agencies on Aging, and approximately 60 other funding sources.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER: ILS is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any category protected by law.

LOCATION: This position is located in the Indianapolis office of Indiana Legal Services.

JOB SUMMARY: The staff attorney will provide legal assistance in a variety of legal matters; primarily the attorney will handle housing law and civil legal aid regarding those matters and perform other duties as assigned. The attorney will work under the supervision of the Indianapolis Managing Attorney.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide high quality legal representation in court proceedings.
• Provide high quality legal advice, limited service, and negotiation.
• Review applications for legal assistance to assess legal issues and needs.
• Collaborate with community partners and other agencies.
• Comply with all LSC and grant requirements and all ILS policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Dedicated to the mission of Indiana Legal Services.
• A license to practice law in Indiana and a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA‑accredited law school is required.
• At least three (3) years of attorney experience is preferred.
• Experience in small claims court is preferred.
• Ability to travel as needed to perform job responsibilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

COMPENSATION: The starting salary for the position is $57,425 with a range up to a maximum of $75,535 depending on experience. ILS offers an excellent fringe benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx), disability insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and a flex benefit plan.

Benefits:

• Medical insurance with no waiting period.
• Dental and vision insurance at no cost for employees.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with starting contribution.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for qualified medical expenses.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.