Staff Attorney

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H1: Staff Attorney Job Opening in Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i Island
H2: Join the Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i as a Staff Attorney

Staff Attorney – Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i Island: Join the Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i as a Staff Attorney in Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i Island. This position offers a salary range of $56,223 - $67,424, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The organization is currently looking for a highly qualified individual to join their team and provide legal representation in Family Law, Public Assistance Benefits, Housing and Consumer Protection, Seniors Legal services, and limited Immigration. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about social justice and has experience working with disadvantaged and low-income populations, as well as survivors of domestic abuse.

Responsibilities:
- Provide legal representation in Family Law, Public Assistance Benefits, Housing and Consumer Protection, Seniors Legal services, and limited Immigration
- Participate in community engagement, outreach and education, statewide initiatives, and day-to-day oversight of non-attorney staff
- Maintain good working relationships with co-workers and demonstrate cultural sensitivity towards diverse, low-income populations
- Manage a busy litigation practice, meet deadlines, and perform multiple tasks with attention to detail
- Work under pressure in an empathetic and professional manner
- Utilize strong writing, editing, and proof-reading skills

Qualifications:
- Member in good standing of the Bar of the State of Hawai‘i is preferred
- Litigation experience preferred, but not required if willing to learn and develop litigation skills
- Experience or familiarity with family law strongly preferred
- Demonstrable commitment to social justice or experience working with disadvantaged and/or low-income population and survivors of domestic abuse strongly preferred
- Basic computer skills required, familiarity with Microsoft Office program (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams) strongly preferred
- Must have valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for travel to various parts of Hawai‘i Island

Compensation and Benefits:
- Salary range of $56,223 - $67,424, commensurate with experience and qualifications
- Generous benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K plan with employer matching, life insurance for employees and dependents, and more
- Hybrid working condition (remote and in-office) based on a weekly rotation schedule

To apply, send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to . The Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job posting does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The position requirements, duties, and offered benefits are subject to change.

Join the Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i as a Staff Attorney in Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i Island and make a difference in the lives of those in need. Apply now!

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Medical and dental insurance, 401K with employer matching, life insurance, long-term care and disability insurance, parental leave, employee assistance plan, paid time off

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Litigation, Legal Research, Client Representation

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Send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to

Qualification and Experience Member in good standing of the Bar of the State of Hawai'i preferred, experience or familiarity with family law preferred, commitment to social justice preferred

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