Northwest Justice Project (NJP) is a not-for-profit statewide law firm with a mission of Combatting 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. Our Longview office serves Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties.
NJP seeks applications from qualified attorneys committed to supporting our mission through the work in our Longview office. 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.
Starting salary is based upon years of experience, with an annual salary range of $83,548 to $146,692. NJP offers compensation for those who are regularly asked to use a language other than English in their work. 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
• 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.
• Prior experience in all aspects of civil litigation with emphasis on issues that impact low-income persons in Washington is a plus.
• Family Law experience is preferred. Public Benefits, Housing, Employment, and/or Civil Rights Law experience is a plus.
• Experience in affirmative litigation in state or federal court and experience in addressing systemic issues is a plus.
• Civil legal aid or related advocacy experience is preferred.
• Applicants should be culturally competent and have work experience or lived experience with low-income client communities, communities of color, limited English speakers and/or persons with disabilities.
• Willingness to work in Longview and travel throughout Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties is necessary.
Please send a cover letter that includes descriptions of any experience, personal or professional, with low-income or other marginalized communities, resume, and writing sample to [email protected]
Please reference Staff Attorney – Longview in your e-mail subject line.
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