Dothan, AL · On-site
$73K/yr
The Managing Attorney provides direct supervision and management of office legal and support staff in the Dothan Regional Office. The Managing Attorney will also be responsible for maintaining a ...
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Dothan, AL · On-site
$73K/yr
The Managing Attorney provides direct supervision and management of office legal and support staff in the Dothan Regional Office. The Managing Attorney will also be responsible for maintaining a ...
$41.8K - $52.3K
2% of jobs
$52.3K - $62.7K
6% of jobs
$72.7K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$62.7K - $73.2K
17% of jobs
$73.2K - $83.6K
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The median wage is $90K / yr.
$83.6K - $94.1K
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$94.1K - $104.5K
11% of jobs
$112.6K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$104.5K - $115K
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$115K - $125.5K
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$41.8K
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$156.8K
| Aspect | Associate Attorney | Paralegal |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Juris Doctor (JD), licensed to practice law | Associate's degree or paralegal certificate |
| Work Environment | Law firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies | Law firms, legal departments, courts |
| Job Responsibilities | Legal research, client counseling, drafting legal documents, court appearances | Legal research, document preparation, case organization, client communication |
Associate Attorneys are licensed legal professionals who handle complex legal tasks and represent clients in court, while Paralegals support attorneys with research and document preparation without practicing law. Both roles are essential in legal settings, but Associate Attorneys have more advanced responsibilities and licensing requirements.
Associate attorneys are early career lawyers who work for law firms to gain experience and hone their skills after completing law school and passing the bar exam for their state. Under the guidance of an experienced attorney or a partner in the firm, associate attorneys assist with cases by conducting legal research and writing reports, legal briefs, and other documents. Associate attorneys also negotiate with colleagues from other law firms, participate in jury selection, and help argue cases in court.
$73K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO
Posted 27 days ago
Legal Services Alabama, Inc. (LSA), is one of the largest statewide law firms in Alabama. LSA provides free, client-centered civil legal advocacy to low-income Alabamians and collaborates with others across the state and nation to find solutions to systemic issues caused by poverty and social justice inequities.
LSA seeks qualified candidates to serve as Managing Attorney in Dothan, Alabama. The Managing Attorney provides direct supervision and management of office legal and support staff in the Dothan Regional Office. The Managing Attorney will also be responsible for maintaining a caseload in LSA’s core areas, including consumer protection, education, eviction and foreclosure defense, protection of victims of domestic violence, public benefits cases, and other priority areas identified by LSA's Board of Directors. The Managing Attorney will promote the visibility of LSA within the communities covered by the office and among the bar and judiciary.
Qualifications: This position is an exciting opportunity for an attorney who is admitted to the Alabama Bar and who has five or more years of experience with a Legal Aid organization or related subject areas. The ideal candidate is passionate about serving low-income populations and has excellent communication skills as well as good judgment. The ability to train and supervise staff is required, as is the ability to set and meet deadlines. Preference is given to attorneys who are bilingual.
Alabama recognizes reciprocity in certain states. A list of reciprocal jurisdictions can be found at https://admissions.alabar.org/reciprocal-jurisdictions
LSA is an Equal Opportunity Program and Employer and persons seeking employment will be considered without regard to sex or sexual orientation, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, political affiliation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status or any other consideration prohibited by law.
Salary: $73,080 plus based upon experience
Benefits: LSA offers an excellent benefits package, valued at approximately $19,000, including six weeks of paid leave annually and 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for each employee.
Position: Full Time
To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and references to jobs@alsp.org
Application Deadline: Open until filled
No telephone calls or faxes