Attorney

Legal Aid of Southeast & Central Ohio•Chillicothe, OH

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Legal Aid of Southeast and Central Ohio (LASCO) is seeking a dedicated Staff or Senior Attorney for its Chillicothe, Ohio office. This role involves providing comprehensive legal services for civil issues, aligning with LASCO's mission to overcome injustice, reduce poverty, and increase opportunity. The attorney will balance systemic advocacy with direct client representation, contributing to impact work within a collaborative community of legal professionals. LASCO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and community, and this position offers the opportunity to engage in transformative legal experiences.

Requirements

Strong legal advocacy skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
High ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
High ability to facilitate collaboration and build/sustain productive relationships with diverse individuals, groups, and organizations.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with diverse audiences.
Commitment to access for all people with a wide variety of lived experiences.
Strong work ethic.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
Knowledge of current technologies and commitment to remain up-to-date with industry best practices.
English language proficiency.
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
Admitted to the Bar of the State of Ohio (or expected to obtain admission within 12 months from date of hire).

Nice To Haves

Spanish/English bilingual skills.
Additional languages.
Prior Legal Aid or related work experience.

Responsibilities

Providing legal counsel and advice.
Direct representation in areas of housing, public benefits, tax, domestic, consumer, education, employment, and re-entry.
Collaborating with partner organizations on special projects and grants.
Handling all functions related to legal advocacy, from intake to representation in local, state, appellate, and federal courts, and relevant agencies.
Maintaining a caseload that includes both direct service and impact work.
Participating in substantive teams focused on in-depth legal area learning and addressing systemic issues.
Participating in outreach activities, clinics, and community events.
Collaborating with other legal services attorneys on statewide advocacy.
Promoting community relations and building community relationships by engaging with the public and partner service providers.
Participating in ongoing professional development, including CLE-approved trainings.