FAMILY ATTORNEY

Full-time

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and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, national origin, or any other
classification protected by law.

SEO Friendly Job Title: Family Attorney Positions Available in Connecticut

H1: Join the Legal Team at Connecticut Legal Services, Inc. as a Family Attorney
H2: Advocate for Low-Income Communities and Survivors of Domestic Violence

Organization: Connecticut Legal Services, Inc. (CLS)

Job Description:
- Seeking six skilled and committed attorneys to join the Family Unit at CLS
- Positions available in Waterbury, Willimantic, Bridgeport, and Stamford
- Responsibilities include maintaining an active caseload, conducting community outreach, and identifying larger trends and issues for clients
- Deep commitment to advocacy for low-income and marginalized communities required
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills necessary
- Ability to collaborate with colleagues and work independently when necessary
- Creativity and flexibility in problem-solving
- Must be admitted to the Connecticut bar or able to be sworn in
- Experience with low-income communities and family law preferred

Start Date: As soon as possible

Compensation:
- Salary range of $61,362-$120,584, depending on experience
- Excellent vacation/leave, health, and other benefits offered

Application Process:
- Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, 3-7 page writing sample, and three references to
- In the cover letter, include a statement about how your background and experiences contribute to diversity and cultural vitality
- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled
- Please include your name and "Family Attorney Application" in the subject line of the email

Organization Description:
- CLS is the largest non-profit law firm in Connecticut
- Provides free legal help to low-income individuals in areas such as housing, consumer, family, public benefits, and immigration law
- Staff of 75 in seven offices across the state
- Fights for equal justice and improved opportunities for more than 12,000 people each year
- Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, national origin, or any other classification protected by law.

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Excellent vacation/leave, health, and other benefits

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Advocacy, communication, problem-solving, knowledge of relevant law and courtroom practice

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Send cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references to

Qualification and Experience Connecticut bar admission or ability to be sworn in

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