Staff Attorney: Impactful Client Advocacy & Policy Work

Community Legal Aid Services Inc.; Canton (OH); Presencial; USD 62.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Community Legal Aid Services Inc. Canton and Youngstown, Ohio, seeks a Staff Attorney to lead direct client representation and advocacy efforts. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to address both individual needs and systemic legal issues in pursuit of justice and equity.

The role emphasizes litigation, policy advocacy, and education for clients and stakeholders, with a focus on serving low-income communities and improving holistic outcomes.

Formación

• Admitted to the practice of law in Ohio.
• Interest in and sensitivity to the legal needs of low-income individuals.
• Commitment to diversity, empathy, justice, leadership, professionalism, respect and transformation.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse personalities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong research and analytical abilities; ability to learn new technology.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as the primary contact for transforming the lives of clients through representation and referrals.
• Address both individual and systemic legal issues, including litigation, policy advocacy and client education.
• Educate clients and stakeholders and connect them with community resources.

Conocimientos

Admitted to Ohio Bar

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Research skills

Analytical skills

Bilingual (Spanish or other language)

Descripción del empleo

Community Legal Aid Services Inc. Canton and Youngstown, Ohio, seeks a Staff Attorney to lead direct client representation and advocacy efforts. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to address both individual needs and systemic legal issues in pursuit of justice and equity.

The role emphasizes litigation, policy advocacy, and education for clients and stakeholders, with a focus on serving low-income communities and improving holistic outcomes.