Staff Attorney (Henry County)

Georgia Legal Services Program Inc; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 63,025 - 78,725; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan with 3% match

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage

15 accrued vacation days

Up to 8 weeks paid parental leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Georgia Legal Services Program Inc in Georgia is seeking a staff attorney to focus on providing legal services in Henry and Newton counties. This position involves representing clients in a variety of forums, including administrative and state levels, and engaging in community outreach.

The ideal candidate will hold a law degree, be admitted to the Georgia Bar, and have at least three years of professional experience. The position offers a hybrid work model with two days of remote work each week and various benefits including competitive salary and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of professional experience as an attorney.
• Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Dependable and punctual with excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients and litigate cases in various forums.
• Handle cases in Henry and Newton counties.
• Draft various legal documents and conduct community legal education sessions.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Outstanding written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Spanish proficiency

Technologically adept

Education

Graduate of an accredited law school

Admission to the Georgia Bar

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

About Georgia Legal Services Program

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, farmworkers' 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

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited law school;
• Admission to the Georgia Bar, or willingness to sit for the next exam;
• At least 3 years of professional experience as an attorney.
• Willingness and ability to work as part of a team professionally and collaboratively.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Must be dependable and punctual.
• Ability to speak Spanish is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products and technologically adept.
• Must have and maintain an active driver’s license.