Legal Aid of Nebraska, the statewide provider of free civil legal services to low-income Nebraskans seeks a staff attorney for the REACH Initiative (Raising Effective Advocacy for Crime Victims Health and Safety). The position will be located in North Platte. REACH Initiative attorneys will bring legal services to communities in central and western Nebraska by providing a range of civil legal services to low-income victims of domestic violence, elder abuse and exploitation. The attorneys will travel regularly to rural communities to establish and maintain community partnerships, conduct community education, and provide quality civil legal services.
Legal Aid of Nebraska offers excellent supervision, training and support, state-of-the-art technology, and team-focused work environments. Student loan assistance repayment may be available assuming eligibility for Legal Aid’s repayment program. Experience-based competitive salary. Bonus pay for relevant bilingual capability. Excellent benefits package, including employer matched 403(b).
Successful applicants will have good research, writing, litigation and communication skills. Successful applicants will also have a demonstrated interest or experience in advancing goal of equal justice for all. Must be admitted to Nebraska bar or out-of-state bar with pending waiver application to Nebraska bar.
Must have a current driver’s license and properly licensed and insured vehicle.
Send cover letter, resume, references, and a writing sample limited to 5 pages to: Erin Cihal, Director of Human Resources, at [email protected]. Positions open until filled.