Legal Aid Staff Attorney - Benefits/Elder

QUALIFICATIONS: Third year law students, recent law school graduates, and more experienced attorneys are eligible to apply. Prior experience advocating at administrative agencies, representing elders, and working on Social Security issues is strongly preferred. Proficiency in Spanish is also a plus. Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to poverty law and social justice work. Experience working with diverse communities, strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to work in a collaborative setting are important.

COMPENSATION: The starting salary for this position is $71,500, which is based on a union scale and adjusted upward depending on experience. CLA offers a very generous benefits package that includes 401(k) with employer-paid contribution; low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents; malpractice insurance; paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays); law school loan repayment assistance; and relocation stipend. CLA has a hybrid work environment and requires advocates to work in their assigned office at least three days per week.

Community Legal Aid (CLA) is the non-profit legal services program providing free civil legal assistance to low-income and elderly residents of central and western Massachusetts. CLA has over 180 dedicated, talented staff working across multiple offices. Our core work includes effective client-centered advocacy and robust outreach to and partnerships with our client communities.

CLA seeks an attorney to work in one of its western Mass. offices helping clients obtain or maintain SSI, SSDI, Medicare, and other benefits. The attorney will also assist clients who are at least 60 years old with legal matters that affect their health, safety, and well-being. The attorney will have significant client contact, will engage in community outreach and education, and will work closely with community partners. The attorney will assist in the preparation of periodic grant reports.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Please submit your resume and cover letter online. Alternatively, you can submit your application to iliu@cla-ma.org or mail to Ingrid Liu, Recruitment Coordinator, Community Legal Aid, 370 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608. Applicants must specify their office location preferences in their cover letter.

CLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to ensure that our staff members reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. CLA encourages applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.