Staff Attorney

Full-time

No

Job Title: Staff Attorney
Organization: Idaho Legal Aid Services (ILAS)
Department: Lewiston Office
Experience Required: 1+ years
Salary: $65,000 per year (increasing based on experience)
Location: Lewiston, Idaho

ILAS is seeking a dedicated and passionate staff attorney for their Lewiston office. This is a full-time position with a salary of $65,000 per year, with potential for growth based on experience. ILAS is a non-profit organization that provides no-cost legal services to low-income individuals and families in Idaho. The selected attorney will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable and at-risk populations through direct representation in various practice areas.

Responsibilities:
- Provide direct representation to clients in family law, housing, public entitlements, and elder law cases.
- Manage caseload from beginning to end using professional judgment.
- Communicate with clients, draft legal documents, and make court appearances.
- Collaborate with co-workers and partners.
- Conduct occasional outreach and education to organizations and groups that serve the client community.

Requirements:
- Must be a member of the Idaho State Bar or able to transfer based on UBE score.
- Interest in poverty law and serving vulnerable populations.
- Extra consideration given to applicants with a history of public service or fluency in Spanish.

Benefits:
- Excellent opportunities for meaningful work and professional growth.
- Telecommuting program available after three months.
- Eligible for ILAS's loan repayment pilot program (up to $4,000), Legal Services Corporation's loan repayment program, and federal loan forgiveness programs.
- Generous leave benefits and retirement plan.
- Relocation assistance available.

Why work at ILAS:
- Supportive, collegial, flexible, and collaborative work culture.
- Mission-driven organization with a focus on equal access to justice.
- Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable and at-risk populations.
- High quality of life in Lewiston with varied outdoor recreation activities in close proximity.

How to apply:
- Email cover letter, resume, and three references to Bev Allen at .
- Accommodations available upon request.
- Position will be posted until filled.

ILAS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. We value diversity in our workforce to better serve our client community.

ILAS offers a sustainable work/life balance and values the well-being of its employees. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of those in need. Apply now!

Not applicable

Life, health, dental, and disability insurance, loan repayment pilot program, Legal Services Corporation's loan repayment program, federal loan forgiveness programs, generous leave benefits, retirement plan

Spanish (preferred)

Legal representation, communication, drafting legal documents, court appearances, outreach, education, telecommuting, public service, Spanish fluency, equal access to justice, loan repayment programs, retirement, relocation assistance, diversity

Email cover letter, resume, and list of three references to Bev Allen at . Request accommodations if needed.

Qualification and Experience Member of the Idaho State Bar or able to transfer based on UBE score, one year or less of experience

Legal