Staff Attorney

GEORGIA LEGAL SERVICES PROGRAM INC • Brunswick, GA

17d • $59,415 • Hybrid

About The Position

Georgia Legal Services Program is a leader in creating equal access to justice and opportunities out of poverty for low-income Georgians. We fight for justice where it is most needed. Georgia Legal Services seeks a staff attorney to work in its Brunswick, GA office.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited law school and current member of Georgia Bar
• Experience working with persons with low incomes and a commitment to social justice.
• Willingness and ability to work as part of a team in a professional and collaborative manner.
• Computer literacy, which includes familiarity using email, Excel, Word, SharePoint, LegalServer, and other computer programs.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid Georgia driver's license.
• Demonstrated interest or experience working with low-income clients on poverty law issues and commitment to social justice;
• Ability to work with diverse populations, backgrounds and perspectives;
• Excellent oral advocacy, research, and writing skills;
• Attention to detail and self-motivated;
• Ability to be creative and a team player.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak Spanish is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Litigate cases in administrative, state and federal forums.
• Draft briefs, motions and memoranda.
• Circuit riding to assigned counties.
• Conduct community legal education sessions and engage in outreach activities.
• Participate on action teams that explore and solve systemic issues affecting clients.

Benefits

• paid holidays
• paid time off including parental leave
• birthday holiday
• health, life, and long and short-term disability insurance
• educational loan reimbursement up to $600 per month (after a $65 per month deductible)
• 403B with 3% match
• Georgia Bar dues and CLE expenses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level