Staff Attorney (Henry County)

National Legal Aid & Defender Association; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 63,025 - 78,725; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

15 vacation days

Paid parental leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The National Legal Aid & Defender Association in Atlanta, Georgia, is hiring a staff attorney for the Georgia Legal Services Program. This role focuses on providing legal services in Henry and Newton counties, particularly in housing rights and family law.

The position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including medical coverage, professional development, and a flexible work schedule. Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Georgia and possess relevant legal experience.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice law in the state of Georgia.
• Experience in civil law is preferred.
• Knowledge of housing rights and family law.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients and litigate cases in various forums.
• Draft legal documents including letters and motions.
• Conduct community legal education sessions.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal drafting

Community outreach

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Position Description

Georgia Legal Services Program (GLSP) is a statewide, nonprofit public interest law firm in Georgia that offers free civil legal services to low‑income individuals, fostering equal access to justice and opportunities out of poverty. GLSP is founded on the belief that everyone deserves high‑quality legal services regardless of income, age, race, or other demographic factors.

GLSP runs 10 regional offices that serve Georgians with low incomes living outside metro Atlanta in 154 of the state’s 159 counties. We provide free legal aid across a wide range of civil issues, including family law, housing, access to public benefits, eviction prevention, farm workers' rights, and educational access.

GLSP employs approximately 190 full‑time staff members.

GLSP seeks a staff attorney to work in Henry County as part of the Piedmont Regional office. The Piedmont Office serves 14 counties just outside of the metro‑Atlanta area and this position will focus on providing legal services in Henry and Newton counties. Cases will predominantly encompass housing rights, family law, and Temporary Protective Orders for survivors of domestic violence. The attorney will work from the Piedmont Office at 104 Marietta St., NW, Atlanta, GA one day a week; will work in a Henry County location two days a week; and work remotely two days a week.

Job Summary

Primary Responsibilities:

• Represent clients and litigate cases in a variety of forums, including administrative, state, and federal;
• Handles cases in Henry and Newton counties;
• Draft advice letters, briefs, motions, and memoranda;
• Conduct community legal education sessions and engage in outreach activities;
• Participate in action teams that explore and solve systemic issues affecting clients.

Benefits

• Salary range $63,025 – $78,725, dependent upon experience and qualifications.
• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% match.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Option to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account.
• Employer‑paid life insurance and disability plan.
• Remote work two days a week.
• 15 accrued vacation days that increase to 20 days after 3 years of employment, including 2 personal days.
• 13 paid holidays, including a birthday holiday.
• 15 accrued sick days.
• Up to 8 weeks paid parental leave.
• Bargaining unit position.
• Probationary period: 6 months.
• Organizational Wellness activities.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Additional compensation for employees who pass GLSP’s Spanish proficiency test.