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Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas

Staff Attorney

San Angelo, TX · On-site

$73K - $110K/yr

Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas (LANWT) is a non-profit public interest law firm that provides high ... Our mission is to ensure equal access to justice and improve the lives of low-income communities by ...

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What is the difference between Community Legal Aid vs Public Defender?

AspectCommunity Legal AidPublic Defender
CredentialsLegal degree, bar admissionLegal degree, bar admission
Work EnvironmentNonprofit offices, community centersCourts, legal offices
Employer & IndustryNonprofit legal services, community advocacyGovernment, criminal defense
Primary FocusCivil cases, low-income clientsCriminal defense, indigent defendants

Community Legal Aid primarily provides civil legal services to low-income individuals, focusing on issues like housing, family law, and public benefits. Public Defenders represent clients in criminal cases for those who cannot afford private attorneys. While both roles require legal credentials and serve underserved populations, their work environments and case types differ significantly.

What types of cases and clients can I expect to work with as a Community Legal Aid attorney?

As a Community Legal Aid attorney, you'll primarily handle civil legal matters for individuals and families who cannot afford private counsel. These cases often involve housing issues, family law, domestic violence, public benefits, and consumer rights. You will work with a diverse client base, including low-income individuals, seniors, and marginalized communities. The role typically involves a mix of direct client representation, legal counseling, and community outreach, and you'll frequently collaborate with social workers, community organizations, and other legal professionals to provide holistic support.

What is Community Legal Aid?

Community Legal Aid is a nonprofit organization that provides free or low-cost legal assistance to individuals and families who cannot afford private attorneys. Their services typically focus on civil legal matters such as housing, family law, public benefits, and consumer issues. Community Legal Aid helps people understand their legal rights, navigate the court system, and access justice, especially those from marginalized or low-income communities. They may offer legal advice, representation, and educational workshops to empower the community.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Community Legal Aid professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Community Legal Aid professional, you need a solid understanding of legal principles, case research, and advocacy, typically supported by a law degree and bar admission in your jurisdiction. Familiarity with legal research databases (such as Westlaw or LexisNexis), case management software, and relevant certifications in public interest law are important. Outstanding communication, cultural competency, and empathy are vital soft skills for building trust and effectively supporting diverse clients. These skills and qualifications enable effective legal representation, equitable access to justice, and impactful support for underserved communities.
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PART-TIME STAFF ATTORNEY: RE-ENTRY (Pittsfield)

Community Legal Aid & Affiliate

Pittsfield, MA • On-site

$43K/yr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist formerly incarcerated individuals with sealing, expunging, or correcting their Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI).

  • Represent clients seeking to overturn housing denials and address employment barriers related to their CORI, including denials involving state agency-level background checks.

  • Engage in community outreach and education, including holding regular intake hours off site and working with community partners.

Job description

CLA seeks a staff attorney who will work on a part-time basis (at least 21 hours per week) helping people coming out of incarceration with re-entry issues. The attorney will help formerly incarcerated individuals seal, expunge, or correct their Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and will represent people seeking to overturn housing denials based on their CORI. The attorney will also help individuals with barriers to employment resulting from their CORI, including denials involving state agency-level background checks. In addition to representing individual clients, the attorney will engage in active community outreach and education, including holding regular intake hours off site, and will work closely with community partners. The attorney will be based in CLA's Pittsfield office.
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Law students currently in their third year of law school, recent law school graduates, and more experienced attorneys are eligible to apply.
  • Prior experience in re-entry law and community outreach is preferred.
  • Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to poverty law and social justice work.
  • Experience working with diverse communities, strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to work in a collaborative setting are important.

COMPENSATION:
  • The starting salary for this part-time position (if 21 hours per week) is $43,800, which is based on a union scale and adjusted upward depending on experience to a maximum of $65,400.
  • 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
    • Relocation stipend.

Please submit your resume and cover letter online on our website. Alternatively, you can mail your application to Human Resources Director, Community Legal Aid, 370 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608.
Community Legal Aid (CLA) is the non-profit legal services program providing free civil legal assistance to low-income and elderly residents of central and western Massachusetts. CLA has over 180 dedicated, talented staff working across multiple offices. Our core work includes effective client-centered advocacy and partnerships with our client communities.
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.

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