Job Description
Staff Attorney - Full Time - Anne Arundel County Family Law Self-Help Center, Annapolis, MD
MCLA is seeking a full-time Staff Attorney to join their team and provide brief legal advice to unrepresented litigants in civil legal matters. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, providing valuable assistance to those in need. This position offers a competitive salary, generous benefits package, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community.
Salary Information:
$74,575.00 - $115,112.00 annually, based on experience and qualifications Paid according to MLA's Workers Union's current salary scale Salary placements based on earliest date of admission to a U.S. state bar and continuous full-time legal work experience
Job Title:
Staff Attorney - Full Time
Experience Required:
Admitted to practice in the State of Maryland One year or more of civil litigation experience, clinical or clerkship experience will be considered
Responsibilities:
Provide brief legal advice and information to self-represented litigants in connection with civil legal issues Assist self-represented litigants in drafting pleadings and motions, preparing for trial, and completing court forms Conduct rapid legal research using Westlaw Provide referrals to appropriate legal service organizations, agencies, and lawyer referral services Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Admitted to practice in the State of Maryland One year or more of civil litigation experience, clinical or clerkship experience will be considered Ability to conduct rapid legal research using Westlaw Strong customer service skills Ability to communicate complex legal concepts in simple terms Ability to travel to different offices on short notice Fluency in Spanish and American Sign Language strongly preferred
Work Environment:
Typically performed in a general office setting with regular telephone interaction, videoconferencing, and email Certain duties may be performed in a community setting or remotely
Benefits:
Competitive salary Generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k)-retirement plan Two weeks paid time off, sick leave, and 14 annual paid holidays Hybrid work arrangement
Additional Requirements:
References will be required at the time of the final interview No telephone calls, please Position will remain open until filled
MCLA is committed to equity, justice, and inclusion and seeks to hire individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, MCLA encourages people with disabilities, people of color, women, and members of traditionally underrepresented groups to apply.
H1: Join Our Team as a Staff Attorney at MCLA
H2: Make a Difference in the Community with Your Legal Expertise
Are you a licensed attorney in the state of Maryland with experience in civil litigation? Do you have a passion for providing legal services to those in need? If so, Maryland Center for Legal Assistance (MCLA) has an immediate opening for a full-time Staff Attorney at their Anne Arundel County Family Law Self-Help Center in Annapolis, MD.
As a Staff Attorney, you will have the opportunity to provide brief legal advice and information to self-represented litigants in a wide range of civil legal matters. You will also assist with drafting pleadings and motions, conducting legal research, and providing referrals to appropriate legal service organizations. This position offers a competitive salary, generous benefits package, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community.
To be considered for this position, you must be admitted to practice in the State of Maryland and have at least one year of civil litigation experience. Fluency in Spanish and American Sign Language is strongly preferred. MCLA is committed to equity, justice, and inclusion and encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives to apply.
If you are ready to join a dynamic and fast-paced environment and use your legal expertise to make a positive difference, apply now for the Staff Attorney position at MCLA. References will be required at the time of the final interview. No telephone calls, please. This position will remain open until filled.
