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Litigation - General/Commercial Attorney in Peoria, IL

Prairie State Legal Services, Inc Feb 26,2021 Feb 11,2021 Location Peoria IL
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Public Interest

Attorney

Litigation - General (consumer)

Min 5 yrs required

Profile

Staff Attorney Responsibilities: Interview applicants for legal services and assess their legal issues with a focus on those issues that have an immediate impact on their basic human needs; Provide legal services including legal research and factual investigation, counsel and advice, brief services and document preparation, dispute resolution, and representation of clients in administrative and judicial proceedings; Develop and maintain networking relationships with local bar associations and with local, state, and federal governments and community agencies that serve our client population, including those serving persons with disabilities, other special needs, and older adults; Conduct outreach events with client communities, including client education and intake events at community partner locations. Provide accurate and complete information for grant reporting to grant funders including documenting services in the case record; Actively participate in a staff committee or task force related to one or more areas of our practice; and, Exhibit a high level of personal energy, organization, and commitment to the position and the mission.

Qualification and Experience

Qualifications: Currently admitted to the practice of law in the State of Illinois, or admitted in another state and eligible for reciprocity in Illinois are preferred. Consideration will be given to law graduates who will be sitting for the February 2021 bar exam. Experience in trial advocacy and negotiation. Strong interpersonal skills. Excellent oral/written communication, research skills, and computer competency. Organizational and case management skills. Ability to work effectively as a team member. Spanish language proficiency is preferred.

Additional info

Send letter explaining interest and experience, resume, three references, and a short writing sample (up to 10 pages).

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