Bilingual Staff Attorney (English/Spanish), Quincy, WA - Northwest Justice Project
Agency Name: Northwest Justice Project
Position / Job Title : Bilingual Staff Attorney (English/Spanish) Quincy, WA
Location: Quincy, Washington
Category : Attorney
Job Description: Northwest Justice Project (NJP) is a not-for-profit statewide law firm with a mission of Combatting Injustice • Strengthening Communities • Protecting Human Dignity. NJP secures justice for people in or near poverty through high quality legal advocacy that promotes the long-term well-being of low-income individuals, families and communities through legal representation, community partnerships, education, and other advocacy.
NJP seeks applications from qualified bi-lingual (English/Spanish) attorneys committed to supporting our mission through the work of our Wenatchee and satellite Omak and Quincy offices serving Adams, Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and Okanogan counties, in North Central Washington. This is a fulltime position in Quincy.
Applicants should be culturally competent and have demonstrated experience working with low-income client communities, communities of color, limited English speakers and persons with disabilities. Experience in affirmative litigation in state or federal court and experience in addressing systemic issues is a plus. Civil legal aid and related advocacy experience is preferred.
Northwest Justice Project is especially interested in qualified candidates with professional, personal and/or service experience that allows them to contribute to and support the legal aid community’s commitment to race equity.
Starting salary is based upon years of experience, with an annual salary range starting at $70,329 to $128,569. NJP offers compensation for those who are regularly asked to use a language other than English in their work. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes 100% paid employee health premiums and significant premium shares for family health premiums, as well as generous time off.
Link to Application: https://nwjustice.org/careers