Northwest Justice Project (NJP) is a not-for-profit statewide law firm that pursues its 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 in southwest Washington. This is a regular full-time position covered by NJP’s collective bargaining agreement. This position is funded for up to one year from the start date, or until December 31, 2026, whichever comes first.
The Staff Attorney will work out of NJP’s Olympia office and will primarily serve Thurston, Mason, and Lewis counties although coverage may be required in surrounding areas or statewide (through remote appearances or travel if necessary). The primary area of practice is housing, including work with our fast-paced, appointed counsel eviction defense program and with the field office team.
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. Some level of in-person attendance will be required but hybrid in-person/remote work plans may be available in compliance with NJP’s telecommuting policy.
Starting salary is based upon years of experience, with an annual salary range of $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 see full job announcement here: https://nwjustice.org/careers
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Washington State Bar Association membership in good standing, the ability to acquire membership through admission by motion, or eligibility to apply for approval to practice law in Washington under the state’s Admission to Practice Rules 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.
• Proficiency in a language other than English utilized by our client population (including but not limited to Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, and Russian) is preferred but not required.
Please send your resume, cover letter, and writing sample to [email protected]
Please reference Staff Attorney – Olympia – Housing in your e-mail subject line.
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