Legal Services of New Jersey (LSNJ), is a dynamic non-profit law firm interested in making a difference in our client’s lives. Our staff is diverse, including a wide variety of backgrounds, bringing varied perspectives, work experiences, life styles and cultures. Our strength comes from the dedication, experience, talents, and perspectives of every employee. Whether you’ve been in private practice or public interest – if you are dedicated to building a more just legal system for New Jersey’s most vulnerable populations - join us! .
LSNJ is seeking an attorney to join its Workers Legal Rights Project, which provides free legal advice and representation to low-income workers, with special emphasis on wage and unemployment insurance matters. You may also be involved in community and client education and outreach activities.
LSNJ offers a positive workplace among colleagues who enjoy and are passionate about their work. We encourage a supportive team work environment, with work-life balance. Benefits include comprehensive health and retirement plans and in-house trainings that offer CLE credit.
We will consider individuals with various level of relevant legal experience; those with expertise in legal representation of workers, especially low wage and immigrant. Civil rights, benefits or immigration law will be especially valued as well as recent graduates with a significant interest in wage and UI matters, a commitment to advocacy on behalf of low income marginalized people including immigrant communities and other relevant experience. Bi-lingual-Spanish and other languages are a plus.
To be considered, send a resume and cover letter describing your interest and related experience, and the states and years of all bar admissions. Please also include two recent legal writing samples. Send all required components to [email protected].