Staff Attorney [North Platte]
About The Position
At Legal Aid of Nebraska, every case has the power to change a life. As Nebraska's largest nonprofit law firm, our mission is to ensure that everyone, regardless of income, has access to justice. We provide free civil legal services to individuals and families facing some of life's most difficult challenges while empowering communities through education and advocacy. We're seeking a compassionate, driven Staff Attorney to join our North Platte office. This is an opportunity to build meaningful client relationships, develop a diverse legal practice, and make a lasting impact in western Nebraska. Whether you're an experienced attorney looking for purpose-driven work or a newer attorney eager to gain courtroom experience and mentorship, we'd love to hear from you. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates!
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice law in Nebraska, or licensed in another state with a pending Nebraska admission or waiver application.
- Strong legal research, writing, litigation, and communication skills.
- A commitment to serving low-income and underserved communities.
- The ability to manage cases independently while working collaboratively with colleagues.
- A passion for advancing access to justice.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in legal aid, public interest law, poverty law, or community-based legal services is highly valued.
- Bilingual or multilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct legal representation to eligible clients in a variety of civil legal matters while serving as a trusted advocate for vulnerable Nebraskans.
- Evaluate potential cases and determine appropriate representation.
- Conduct legal research and factual investigations.
- Draft pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents.
- Negotiate settlements and represent clients in hearings, litigation, and appeals as appropriate.
- Counsel clients on their legal rights, options, and next steps.
- Collaborate with community partners and participate in outreach and legal education initiatives.
- Stay current on developments in areas of law affecting Legal Aid clients.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance
- 15 paid holidays
- Generous vacation and sick leave
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Paid FMLA benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement plan
- Wellness benefit
- Gym/health club reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
