Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy, a non-profit provider of civil legal assistance to low-income persons in Charlotte and Western NC, seeks a staff attorney to focus on Access to Health Care and Public Benefits, representing individual clients and participating in systemic advocacy in our Family Support and Health Care Program. See attached program description for case types and other information.
The Advocacy Center is committed to aggressive advocacy on behalf of low-income people in many areas of law and in all forums in which their rights and interests are determined. Center attorneys give legal advice, represent individual low-income clients in state and federal courts and administrative agencies, provide community legal education, participate in community events, assist other agencies serving low-income people and engage in class action litigation and in legislative, administrative and other systemic advocacy projects and activities. The Center is funded by grants from federal, state and local government agencies, United Way of Central Carolinas, private foundations, individual contributions and client fees but receives no Legal Services Corporation funds. More information about the Advocacy Center is at: www.charlottelegaladvocacy.org.
Qualifications
· Graduation from law school;
· NC Bar license or eligible for comity or to take the NC Bar exam;
· Strong communication and analytical ability;
· Strong interest in both individual and systemic advocacy, litigation experience preferred;
· Experience working with low-income communities preferably at a non-profit or community-based organization within a multi-ethnic/multi-cultural environment preferred;
· Experience with public benefits eligibility and/or work experience in the health care industry preferred;
· Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, Power Point and Adobe PDF professional;
· Spanish proficiency preferred;
· Ability to work independently and in a team environment; and
· Ability to effectively collaborate with co-workers and clients in virtual and in-person settings.
Start Date
Position available beginning June 1, 2022.
Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy is an equal opportunity employer.
Veterans, women, minorities, and disabled persons are encouraged to apply.
General Requirements
· Able to work nights and/or weekends as needed;
· Possess socio-economic and cultural sensitivity and ability to communicate with persons in crisis or under stress; and
· Ability to multi-task and interact well with professionals, clients, and others.
To Apply send all of the following:
(1) a detailed letter explaining your qualifications for and interest in this specific position and organization, describe qualifications for this program, experience with low-income individuals, Spanish language proficiency, bar licensure status, and other relevant information;
(2) a resume;
(3) a writing sample; and
(4) names and telephone numbers of three references to: Administrative Manager, Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy, by email to [email protected] or by mail to P. O. Box 25558 Charlotte, NC 28229, email is preferred. Form letters and inquiries not containing this information will not be considered. If you need accommodations for the application process or any aspect of this position, please contact [email protected] or NyJhera Evans at (980)-202-7316.