Staff Attorney - Family Defense & Reunification Advocate

Legal Aid Network, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid healthcare through Highmark

100% paid Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off: 15 vacation days, 14 sick days, 3 personal days, 15 holidays

Contributions to a 403b and/or Roth 403b after one year

Job summary

A community legal service provider in Pittsburgh seeks a Staff Attorney for their Family Defense Project. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality legal representation for parents in dependency cases, prioritizing client relationships and effective legal defense. Responsibilities include preparing pleadings, conducting legal research, and maintaining communication with clients. Benefits include 100% paid healthcare and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Responsibilities

• Represent parents’ interests by preparing, filing, and arguing pleadings.
• Maintain open communication with clients and support team.
• Conduct factual investigation, analysis, and legal research as needed.
• Prepare pleadings including complaints, answers, and briefs.
• Monitor and maintain client files in a timely manner.

Skills

Strong computer knowledge and skills

Strong in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal and client service skills

Efficient transportation

Education

Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania or eligible for admission

Job description

A community legal service provider in Pittsburgh seeks a Staff Attorney for their Family Defense Project. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality legal representation for parents in dependency cases, prioritizing client relationships and effective legal defense. Responsibilities include preparing pleadings, conducting legal research, and maintaining communication with clients. Benefits include 100% paid healthcare and generous paid time off.