What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Attorney – Mohave County Office (Kingman) position at Community Legal Services?
DESCRIPTION: Community Legal Services is seeking a staff attorney to fill a position in its Mohave County Office. The office focuses on a wide variety of civil legal matters, including housing (private landlord tenant and subsidized housing), family law, health and economic stability, in which members of our client community are denied access to vital healthcare services and essential economic supports, consumer and employment issues. The Staff Attorney will be expected to handle litigation in state and/or federal courts, as well as administrative hearings, The Staff Attorney will be expected to conduct zealous strategic advocacy on behalf of clients, including impact affirmative litigation and community outreach. The Staff Attorney will be expected to demonstrate CLS’ core values – Humanity, Respect, Collaboration and Excellence at all times.
QUALIFICATIONS: The qualified applicant must: have two (2) to five (5) years of experience in the practice of law; be a member of the Arizona State Bar; and have a demonstrated interest in ensuring access to justice for all, especially members of our community with low incomes, in the civil justice system by providing high-quality legal advice, advocacy and assistance. Litigation experience is preferred.
SALARY: Depending on licensure and experience; excellent benefits package, including 12 paid holidays, health and disability insurance, dental insurance, malpractice insurance, educational loan assistance and additional compensation for bilingual ability.
TO APPLY: Send resume, writing sample, three (3) professional
