Staff Attorney - Northwest Consumer Law Center
Agency Name: Northwest Consumer Law Center
Position / Job Title : Staff Attorney
Location: Seattlle
Category : Attorney
Job Description: ABOUT NWCLC:
We envision a world where there is justice for all, regardless of income.
To achieve that vision, we are committed to fighting corporate abuse and civil inequities in Washington's legal system. Through direct representation and litigation, NWCLC helps thousands of families avoid financial devastation. We also advise consumer lawyers, write amicus briefs, host a pro-se bankruptcy clinic, offer webinars, and serve as consumer justice advocates.
Why join our team?
We're a young and nimble organization that has an impact larger than our size – reaching a population that often falls through the justice gap. Our staff and board have the opportunity to help shape the direction of the organization, the issues we tackle, and the way we grow.
About the Position:
The duties and expectations include:
• Providing zealous, competent, and compassionate legal advice, services, and representation to low and moderate income clients;
• Maintaining sufficient monthly billing to paying clients of our sliding-scale “low bono” legal services programs;
• Timely and thoroughly reporting on case status and outcomes;
• Performing client-related administrative tasks such as court filing, mailing, and document gathering; and
• Participating in education, outreach, and development-related activities.
Qualifications:
Required qualifications include:
• License to practice law in Washington State;
• A minimum of one year of litigation experience;
• Excellent legal research and writing skills;
• Excellent written, verbal, and telephonic communication skills; and
• Punctuality and reliability.
These qualifications are not essential, but highly preferred:
• Prior legal aid and/or consumer law experience;
• Proficiency in Spanish or other languages; and
• An interest in growing with our organization as we evolve.
Compensation & Benefits:
NWCLC pays on a competitive salary scale, commensurate with years of experience. Compensation based on experience for this position will range between $72,500 and $85,000 annually. This position is based in Seattle with a flex remote/in office policy. Benefits include 15 days of PTO, paid sick leave, paid federal holidays, and paid medical/dental insurance after a 60-day probation period.
Application Process:
Please send a brief cover letter and resume to Amanda Martin at amanda@nwclc.org. Application are accepted on a rolling basis, with priority given to applications received before August 21, 2023.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Link to Application: http://nwclc.org/join-our-team/
Other Relevant Links: http://nwclc.org/