Description

Northwestern Legal Services (NWLS) is seeking qualified applicants for one (1) full-time or part-time Staff Attorney position in our Meadville, PA office. We are a PA non-profit legal aid organization providing free legal services to eligible residents with civil legal issues in the 10 northwestern counties of PA.

Caseload to include domestic violence, family law, public benefits, housing, and other areas of civil public interest law. The Meadville office primarily covers cases in Crawford county, but some travel may be required. Extensive training provided. Applicants must be admitted or eligible to practice law in PA, or have plans to take or have recently passed the PA bar exam to be considered.

Starting salary range for 0-3 yrs experience is $65,000-$67,000. We offer EXTENSIVE benefits and perks while emphasizing a healthy work/home life balance. Potential loan repayment assistance is available for qualifying loans. Employment currently qualifies for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. We are an EEO Employer.

Applicants must email, fax, or mail a detailed cover letter, resume, references & brief writing sample to contact@nwls.org to be considered.