Description
The Children's Attorneys Project at Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is seeking a full-time attorney to represent children in guardianship actions. The attorney will champion the rights of children in guardianship court and ensure that their voice is heard and their rights are preserved and enforced in the action. The attorney will be on the forefront of a new area of practice and will help shape and enforce meaningful protections for children. The ideal candidate will be an energetic, intelligent, compassionate team player who possesses a passion for public service and a strong commitment to ensuring justice for vulnerable children in our community.
Preferred Experience and Skills
The ideal candidate is committed to public interest law and community service and has the desire to work with and zealously advocate for our clients. Experience in litigation, as well as family, guardianship, and dependency law is preferred, but not required. The ability to speak Spanish is always beneficial. The candidate must be a licensed attorney in good standing from any United States jurisdiction (Nevada offers special licensing for attorneys relocating to Nevada to provide legal services through Legal Aid Center.)
Salary and Benefits
Starting salary range is $70,000 to $100,000 depending on experience, with annual increases available. Our excellent benefits start on date of hire and include:
100% employer paid health insurance for an employee, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents up to 26 years old,
Loan repayment assistance, which usually pays the entire student loan payment,
403B match dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of an employee's salary after 12 months of employment,
12 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of employment,
Generous paid time off policy,
Flex work options, and
Reasonable relocation benefits.
About Legal Aid Center
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is a dynamic, progressive, non-profit law firm providing high-quality representation to the most underserved members of the Southern Nevada community. During its 65 years of service, Legal Aid Center has protected and advanced the rights of survivors of domestic violence, tenants facing eviction and homelessness, adults with disabilities and the elderly facing abuse and exploitation, consumers victimized by fraudulent and deceptive business practices, children who have experienced abuse and neglect, and many others, giving them a voice in court and a chance to regain control over their lives. Legal Aid Center is the most diverse law firm in Nevada staffed with compassionate and devoted employees who together create a collaborative and supportive work environment devoted to protecting the rights of its clients.
Please visit www.lacsn.org for more information about our organization and select careers for current opportunities. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Bluesky, and YouTube.
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Please email cover letter, resume and a brief writing sample to:
Human Resources Department
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
email: careers@lacsn.org
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada is an ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer
Deadline: Open until filled
