Overview
LEGAL AID STAFF ATTORNEY: HOUSING (Worcester MA) Jobs in Worcester, MA at Community Legal Aid & Affiliate
CLA seeks a housing attorney to work in its Worcester office. The attorney will represent tenants in eviction cases, assist tenants facing denials or terminations from public and subsidized housing programs, and handle other housing-related matters. The attorney will regularly participate in a Housing Court lawyer-for-the-day program. The attorney will have significant client contact and will engage in community outreach and education.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Recent law school graduates and more experienced attorneys are eligible to apply. Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to poverty law and social justice work. Prior experience in landlord-tenant work or court-based law school clinical work is preferred, as is fluency in Spanish.
COMPENSATION:
- The starting salary for this position is $73,000, which is based on a union scale and adjusted upward depending on experience to a maximum of $109,000.
- CLA offers a very generous benefits package that includes
- 401(k) with employer-paid contribution; low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents.
- Malpractice insurance.
- Paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays).
- Student loan repayment assistance; and relocation stipend.
- CLA has a hybrid work environment and requires advocates to work in their assigned office at least three days per week.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Please submit your resume and cover letter online via https://communitylegal.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1858906-9892.html or on our website. Alternatively, you can mail your application to Human Resources Director, Community Legal Aid, 370 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608.
Community Legal Aid (CLA) is the non-profit legal services program providing free civil legal assistance to eligible low-income and elderly clients in Central and Western Massachusetts. CLA has over 180 dedicated, talented staff working across multiple offices. Our core work includes effective client-centered advocacy and robust outreach to and partnerships with our client communities.
CLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to ensure that our staff members reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. CLA encourages applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences. where your legal expertise will empower individuals to secure stable housing while advancing your career through meaningful community service!
Pay: $73,000.00 – $109,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Worcester, MA 01608
Title: LEGAL AID STAFF ATTORNEY: HOUSING (Worcester MA)
Company: Community Legal Aid & Affiliate
Location: Worcester, MA
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