Northwest Justice Project (NJP) is a not-for-profit statewide law firm that pursues its mission of Combating Injustice • Strengthening Communities • Protecting Human Dignity through legal representation, community partnerships, and education.
NJP seeks applications from qualified attorneys committed to supporting our mission through the work of our statewide Eviction Prevention Unit (EPU). NJP seeks to add an attorney to the EPU. This position will work out of NJP’s Vancouver office and will serve tenants in southwest Washington and other parts of the state as needed.
NJP is especially interested in qualified candidates with professional, personal and/or service
experience that allows them to contribute to and support the legal aid community’s commitment to
race equity. Candidates must be willing to be engaged with the community to be served.
Starting salary is based upon years of experience, with an annual salary range starting at $73,142 to $133,712. NJP offers compensation for those who are regularly asked to use a language other than English in their work. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes 100% paid employee health premiums and significant premium shares for family health premiums, as well as generous time off.
Please see full job announcement here: https://nwjustice.org/careers
Washington State Bar Association membership in good standing, the ability to acquire membership through admission by motion, or ability to take the next Washington bar exam is required.
Litigation experience, with particular experience in Superior Court, tenant rights, and on matters related to housing is preferred.
Experience in substantive areas, including housing, foreclosure, or other legal issues that affect low-income communities preferred.
Demonstrated experience and/or connection to NJP’s client communities is also preferred.
Should be culturally competent and have demonstrated commitment or experience working with low-income client communities, communities of color, limited English speakers and persons with disabilities.
Travel between counties and representation in different courts required.
Reliable transportation to travel to courthouses within a region is required.
Please send your cover letter, resume, and writing sample to [email protected]