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Staff Attorney
Bethlehem, PA Organization: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (NPLS) Job Title: Staff Attorney – Bethlehem Office Experience: One or more years in practice Salary: $55,490 to $60,290 DOE Location: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania Department: Legal Services H1: Join Our Team as a Staff Attorney in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania H2: Make a Difference in Low-Income Communities Through Public Interest Law **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (NPLS) is seeking a committed and dedicated individual to join our team as a Staff Attorney in our Bethlehem office. As the regional civil legal services provider in Northeast Pennsylvania, we are dedicated to providing professional legal representation, advocacy, and community legal education to low-income individuals and families. Responsibilities: - Represent clients in a variety of civil cases such as housing, landlord-tenant, consumer, and mortgage foreclosure cases. - Represent clients in magisterial district courts and courts of common pleas. - Represent clients in state and federal courts. - Represent clients in administrative proceedings, such as unemployment compensation referee hearings or ALJ hearings for SSI or public benefits. - Conduct workshops and outreaches for clients and community partners. - Travel to different counties. - Utilize prior experience and demonstrate a commitment to public interest work. Requirements: - Admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar. - Experience in the above areas. - Fluent in Spanish (preferred). - Excellent oral, writing, and advocacy skills. Additional Considerations: - Salary is commensurate with relevant experience based on a salary scale. - Opportunity for professional growth and development through trainings and collaboration with program and statewide law groups. - Excellent benefits package including health and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, and generous paid leave and time off for holidays. - Eligibility for loan repayment assistance or forgiveness. At NPLS, we value diversity and strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, disability, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, or any other consideration prohibited by law. To Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. In your cover letter, please include a statement about your specific interest in public interest law, how your experiences can contribute to our mission, and how this position aligns with your goals. Applications with both a resume and cover letter will receive preference. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of low-income individuals and families in Pennsylvania. Apply today and be a part of our mission to provide access to justice for all. |
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