Staff Attorney

Are you passionate about using your legal expertise to make a meaningful impact? Join Are Are you passionate about using your legal expertise to make a meaningful impact? Join Kentucky Legal Aid as a Staff Attorney and become part of a dedicated team committed to serving low-income, elderly, and disabled individuals across 35 counties. For over 50 years, we’ve stood as a beacon of hope for those facing life’s toughest challenges. This position may work out of our Madisonville or Hopkinsville, KY office.

Position Overview

As a Staff Attorney, your primary duties will include:

• Interviewing, advising, and representing eligible clients in court and before administrative agencies.
• Maintaining an active caseload as determined by the Managing Attorney and Legal Assistance Program Director.
• Serving as attorney of record in cases generated by Legal Assistants, reviewing pleadings, and advising on appropriate legal issues.
• Traveling as required to meet with eligible clients in outlying service areas.
• Ensuring compliance with agency policies, case management procedures, and timekeeping requirements.
• Maintaining competency on legal matters routinely handled by Kentucky Legal Aid.

This position requires adaptability, as employees may be called upon to perform additional duties to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the agency.

Qualifications

Required:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and licensure to practice law in Kentucky or eligibility for admission based on licensure in another state.
• Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income clients and promoting social and economic justice.
• Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and community partners.

Preferred:

• Experience in housing or family law
• Proficiency in Spanish or another language

Why Join Us?

Kentucky Legal Aid offers a competitive salary and a robust benefits package designed to support your personal and professional well-being:

• Generous Leave: 5 weeks of paid leave annually, plus an additional week of Renew & Refresh Leave after 5 years.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; automatic $20,000 life insurance coverage.
• Financial Security: Participation in a state pension plan with an employer contribution of approximately 26% annually.
• Professional Support: Kentucky Bar dues, approved training, and conference expenses covered by KLA.
• Student Loan Assistance: Loan forgiveness and reimbursement opportunities.

About Kentucky Legal Aid

For over 50 years, Kentucky Legal Aid has provided essential civil legal services to low-income, elderly, and disabled individuals. With offices in Bowling Green, Owensboro, Madisonville, Paducah, and Hopkinsville, our team is dedicated to delivering justice and advocacy to those who need it most.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kentucky Legal Aid is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds to join us in our mission to promote fairness and equity in our communities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• (JD) degree and licensure to practice law in Kentucky? (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Madisonville, KY 42431 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Madisonville, KY 42431: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $70,000