Staff Attorney - Eviction Prevention Unit - Longview

National Legal Aid & Defender Association

Longview, WA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$83,548–$146,692 Per Year
SKILLS
Attorney, English Language, Legal, Nonprofit
LOCATION
Longview, WA
POSTED
Today

Position OverviewNorthwest Justice Project (NJP) is a not-for-profit statewide law firm that pursues its mission of Combating Injustice.Protecting Human Dignity through legal representation, community partnerships, and education.Strengthening Communities.Position SummaryNorthwest Justice Project (NJP) seeks applications from qualified attorneys committed to supporting our mission through the work of our statewide Eviction Prevention Unit (EPU). This full-time position is part of the statewide Eviction Prevention Unit and reports to the EPU Southwest Region Managing Attorney.The EPU Staff Attorney will be based in NJP's Longview office and will primarily serve Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties, although coverage may be required in surrounding areas or statewide through remote appearances or travel if necessary.QualificationsApplicants should be qualified attorneys with professional, personal and/or service experience that allows them to contribute to and support the legal aid community's commitment to race equity. Candidates must be willing to be engaged with the community to be served.Compensation and BenefitsStarting salary is based upon years of experience, with an annual salary range starting at $83,548 to $146,692. NJP offers compensation for those who are regularly asked to use a language other than English in their work. Benefits include 100% paid employee health premiums and significant premium shares for family health premiums, as well as generous time off.Full job announcement:

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