Northwest Justice Project (NJP) is a not-for-profit statewide law firm with a mission of Combating Injustice • Strengthening Communities • Protecting Human Dignity. NJP secures justice for people in or near poverty through high quality legal advocacy that promotes the long-term well-being of low-income individuals, families and communities through legal representation, community partnerships, education, and other advocacy.
NJP seeks applications from qualified attorneys committed to supporting our mission through the work of our Seattle office serving King County in the Consumer, Housing, Education and Employment Rights (CHEER) unit. This is a full-time position.
Starting salary is based upon years of experience, with an annual salary range starting at $83,548 to $146,692. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes 100% paid employee health premiums and significant premium shares for family health premiums, as well as generous time off.
Please review full job announcement here: https://nwjustice.org/careers
• 3 years of experience handling all aspects of civil litigation with an emphasis on housing, consumer issues, including bankruptcy, education and employment issues that impact low-income persons; experience in affirmative litigation in state or federal court and experience in addressing systemic issues.
• Applicants should be culturally competent and have demonstrated experience working with low-income client communities, communities of color, limited English and persons with disabilities.
• 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.
• Significant civil legal aid and related advocacy experience is strongly preferred.
Please apply by sending your cover letter, resume, and writing sample to: [email protected]; Cover letter should include description of any past experience, personal or professional, with low income or other marginalized communities.
Please include “Staff Attorney – CHEER” in the subject line of your email.
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