TEMPORARY FAMILY LAW STAFF ATTORNEY

Community Legal Aid & Affiliate; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,700 - 80,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer‑paid contribution

Low-cost health insurance

Malpractice insurance

Paid leave

Student loan repayment assistance

Relocation stipend

Job summary

Community Legal Aid & Affiliate in Springfield, MA is seeking an attorney for its Family Law Unit on a temporary basis for one year. The attorney will assist clients with family law cases, focusing on survivors of domestic violence and other crimes. This role requires excellent communication skills and a dedication to social justice. The starting salary is $73,000 with a generous benefits package, including 401(k) contributions and student loan repayment assistance. Hybrid work is required with at least three days in the office.

Qualifications

• Current third‑year law students or recent law school graduates encouraged.
• Prior family law experience, particularly with domestic violence survivors, preferred.
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with family law matters including divorce and custody.
• Maintain an active caseload while accepting new cases.
• Engage in community outreach and education.

Skills

Family law experience

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Dedication to social justice

Fluency in Spanish

Education

JD or third-year law student

Job description

CLA seeks an attorney to join its Family Law Unit on a temporary basis for the period of one year. The attorney will be based in CLA’s Springfield office and will assist clients with cases involving family law matters including divorce, child support, visitation, and custody. It is anticipated that most of the attorney’s clients will be survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other crimes. The attorney will have significant client contact and will assume an active caseload while continuing to accept new cases. The attorney will also engage in community outreach and education and will work closely with community partners including domestic violence service providers. Some grant‑reporting activities may be required.

Qualifications

• Current third‑year law students, recent law school graduates, and more experienced attorneys are encouraged to apply.
• Prior family law experience, particularly with survivors of domestic violence, is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• A demonstrated dedication to social justice and commitment to working with low‑income communities.
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Compensation

• The starting salary for this position is $73,000, which is based on a union scale and adjusted upward depending on experience.
• CLA has a hybrid work environment and requires advocates to work in their assigned office at least three days per week.
• CLA offers a very generous benefits package that includes:
  • 401(k) with employer‑paid contribution
  • Low‑cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents.
  • Malpractice insurance
  • Paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays)
  • Student loan repayment assistance up to $500/month for qualified law school and undergraduate school loans
  • Relocation stipend.

CLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to ensure that our staff members reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. CLA encourages applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.