Staff Attorney

Our client is a nonprofit civil legal aid organization committed to ensuring equal access to justice for low-income residents of three northern New Jersey counties. To fulfill this mission, the organization provides a full array of free civil legal services, including legal representation, advocacy, advice, community legal education, and other support to those who need it most.

Summary

We are seeking a mission-driven Staff Attorney to join our client's team. In this role, you will provide qualified clients with legal counsel, representation at administrative hearings and court proceedings, appellate work, and other extended services. You will work with individuals and families navigating complex legal matters, including:

Veterans benefits claims
Public benefits
Housing (including eviction defense and landlord-tenant matters)
Immigration
Family law
Tax matters
Consumer-related matters
This is a full-time position offering a hybrid work schedule and 35 hour weeks. The organization maintains office locations across all three counties, with easy commuting access throughout northern New Jersey and proximity to NYC public transportation.

Qualifications Required:

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
Admitted to practice law in the State of New Jersey, or eligible and committed to sitting for the next available New Jersey Bar Examination
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and negotiation abilities
Demonstrated commitment to social justice, public interest law, and serving low-income communities
Ability to manage a varied caseload across multiple practice areas with professionalism and care

Preferred:

Prior experience in one or more of the following areas: veterans law, public benefits, housing, immigration, family law, tax, or consumer protection
Prior experience in legal aid, non-profit law, or public interest work
Bilingual or multilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
Familiarity with legal case management systems

Responsibilities

Provide direct legal representation to qualified low-income clients in civil matters across multiple practice areas
Advise clients on their legal rights, options, and case strategy
Represent clients at outreach initiatives
Maintain accurate and timely case records in compliance with organizational standards
Travel between office locations across the three-county service area as needed
administrative hearings and court proceedings at all levels
Prepare and file pleadings, motions, briefs, and appeals
Conduct legal research and draft legal documents with precision and clarity
Collaborate with colleagues, community partners, and advocacy organizations
Participate in community legal education
Extensive Benefit Package

Our client offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support the whole person and recognize the value of public interest work:

Health & Wellness:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance coverage
Retirement:

401(a) and 403(b) retirement plans (Pension Included)
Time Off:

20 days paid vacation to start
Generous PTO package
Work Flexibility:

Hybrid remote work schedule (2 remote / 3 in-office days per week after 90-day onboarding period)
35-hour workweek
Professional Development:

In-house training programs that offer Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit
Access to federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) programs for qualifying employees
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

The organization proudly supports individuals with disabilities and veterans and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. They actively seek a diverse workforce that reflects the communities they serve and are dedicated to fostering equity and inclusion at every level.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact your BSI recruiter and we will work with you to meet your needs.