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Staff Attorneys: Housing
Springfield, MA CLA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, parental status, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Staff Attorneys: Housing (Greenfield or Springfield) at Community Legal Aid - $71,500 starting salary Community Legal Aid (CLA) is a non-profit legal services program that provides free civil legal assistance to low-income and elderly residents in central and western Massachusetts. With over 180 dedicated and talented staff across multiple offices, CLA is committed to client-centered advocacy and partnerships with client communities. CLA is currently seeking housing attorneys to join their team in either the Greenfield or Springfield office. The attorneys will primarily represent tenants in eviction cases, assist with public and subsidized housing program denials or terminations, and handle other housing-related matters. The role will also involve participating in a Housing Court lawyer-for-the-day program, engaging in community outreach and education, and working closely with community partners. Qualifications for this role include recent law school graduates or more experienced attorneys, with a preference for those with landlord-tenant experience and fluency in Spanish. Strong interpersonal skills, experience working with diverse communities, and the ability to work collaboratively are also important qualities for this role. In addition to the competitive starting salary of $71,500, CLA offers a generous benefits package that includes a 401(k) with employer-paid contribution, low-cost health insurance for employees and their dependents, malpractice insurance, paid leave, law school loan repayment assistance, and a relocation stipend. CLA also has a hybrid work environment, requiring advocates to work in their assigned office at least three days per week. To apply for this position, interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter online at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***Alternatively, applications can be emailed to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** or mailed to Ingrid Liu, Recruitment Coordinator at Community Legal Aid, 370 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608. The cover letter should specify which office(s) the applicant is willing to work in. Community Legal Aid is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to ensuring that their staff members reflect the diversity of the communities they serve. They encourage applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences and provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, parental status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Summary: - Community Legal Aid (CLA) is a non-profit legal services program providing free civil legal assistance to low-income and elderly residents of central and western Massachusetts. - CLA is seeking housing attorneys for their Greenfield and Springfield offices to represent tenants in eviction cases, assist with public and subsidized housing program denials or terminations, and handle other housing-related matters. - Qualifications for this role include recent law school graduates or more experienced attorneys, with a preference for those with landlord-tenant experience and fluency in Spanish. - The starting salary for this position is $71,500, and CLA offers a generous benefits package including a 401(k) with employer-paid contribution, low-cost health insurance, and paid leave. - To apply, interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter online or via email/mail. - CLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. |
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