Staff Attorney
Staff Attorney:
MN Disability Law Center.
Description
Thank you for your interest in working for Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid (Legal Aid). Legal Aid is a non-profit law firm with offices in Minneapolis, St. Cloud, and Willmar. Our mission is to advocate for the legal rights of disadvantaged people to have safe, healthy, and independent lives in strong communities. Legal Aid provides free civil legal representation to clients with low incomes and seniors throughout 21 counties in central Minnesota. The Minneapolis office primarily serves clients who live in Hennepin County. The Minnesota Disability Law Center (MDLC) is a separate branch of Legal Aid which is a statewide program that receives federal funding to serve as Minnesota’s Protection and Advocacy system for persons with disabilities. The main office is in Minneapolis with other MDLC offices in Duluth, Fertile, and Mankato. Legal Aid is supported by funding from the State of Minnesota, the federal government, local governments, the United Way, foundations, local law firms and corporations, etc. Legal Aid enjoys a good rapport with, and strong support from the organized bar. Legal Aid does not receive funds from the Legal Services Corporation.
Position: Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid's Minnesota Disability Law Center seeks a full-time staff attorney to work in its Minneapolis office beginning October-November 2018.
Responsibilities: This position will represent individuals with disabilities, in a wide spectrum of discrimination matters, special education, and in obtaining community-based services. The position requires providing legal advice, and representing clients in negotiations, mediations, hearings, and state and federal court. The position will conduct trainings, work on policy matters, participate in outreach activities, and monitor sites that serve individuals with disabilities. The position will work with pro bono partners and in-house volunteers. In-state travel will be required.
Compensation: The salary will depend on experience, but is capped at $54,336 (year 5 staff attorney level), plus benefits, including vacation, sick leave, family medical, life, and both short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Starting Date: October-November 2018.
Legal Aid is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Qualifications
Applicants must be licensed in Minnesota, eligible for admission by reciprocity, or licensed by November 2018. Concern for the needs and rights of people with disabilities is required. The position requires excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team. Proficiency using Microsoft Windows and Office is required. Access to reliable transportation statewide is required. Knowledge of disability law as well as familiarity with service systems is desired. Experience in providing services to individuals with disabilities is desired. Second language skills and experiences with diverse economic, social, or cultural communities are also a plus.