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317 Main Street
Whitesburg, KY 41858
United States
Organization information
Organization name: 
Appalachian Citizens' Law Center
Street address: 
317 Main Street
City: 
Whitesburg
State: 
Kentucky
ZIP: 
41858
Organization URL: 
http://aclc.org
Job type: 
Legal - Civil
Position Description: 

Appalachian Citizens' Law Center is seeking a staff attorney to provide representation primarily in federal black lung benefits claims for coal miners and their survivors.
The attorney will practice before the Office of Administrative Law Judges, the Benefits Review Board, U.S. District Courts and U.S. Courts of Appeals, with mentorship and support as they develop expertise in this specialized area of law.

Appalachian Citizens' Law Center is a nonprofit law firm that fights for justice in the Appalachian coalfields by representing citizens and communities who have been affected by present and past abuses of the mining industry. We offer free legal services, strategic litigation, policy work, and research in the areas of federal black lung benefits, environmental protection, mine safety, sustainable energy, and economic analysis.

Requirements: 

We welcome applications from attorneys at all career stages, including recent law school graduates.
We're seeking candidates with:
• Excellent analytical and writing skills
• A strong work ethic and sense of initiative
• The ability to work collaboratively
• A genuine commitment to ACLC's mission of fighting for justice in coalfield communities
Experience in litigation, administrative law, or related advocacy is valuable but not required - we provide mentorship and training for attorneys new to this practice area.

To apply: 

Please send the following to Wes Addington at [email protected]:
• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Recent writing sample(s)
• At least three references
• Law school transcript (if available)
If you are passionate about ACLC's mission and interested in this career but do not have relevant prior experience, we strongly encourage you to apply. Please clearly explain your interest in ACLC's work and this position in your application letter.

Notes: 
Benefits Package: • Health Insurance: 100% paid premiums with HSA contribution designed to cover your deductible • Dental and Vision: Insurance provided • Retirement: 401K with 10% annual employer contribution (no employee contribution required) • Parental Leave: 12 weeks paid • Vacation: 3 weeks paid (4 weeks after 24 months of employment) • Sick/Family Leave: 3 weeks • Holiday Leave: Generous holiday schedule • Life Insurance: Provided ACLC believes in supporting the lives of our employees outside the office through generous benefits and leave policies. ACLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to creating and maintaining a respectful and inclusive work environment in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the organization and are valued for their skills, experience, and diverse perspectives. ACLC aspires to be an inclusive organization that celebrates the many dimensions of diversity such as race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, and religious and political beliefs. We respect, value, and celebrate the attributes, characteristics, and perspectives that make each person who they are. We believe that hiring diverse individuals allows us to collectively and more effectively address the issues that face our communities.
Salary range: 
• Recent law school graduates and attorneys new to this practice area: $60,000-$70,000/year • Attorneys with significant relevant experience: $70,000+/year based on credentials and expertise

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