Organization: The Legal Aid Society is a 102-year old Milwaukee institution with an enduring reputation for providing top notch free civil legal services to income-eligible Milwaukee County residents. Our mission and our passion is equal justice for all. If you are interested in a legal career that makes a real difference, then the Legal Aid Society is for you.
Job Summary: Legal Aid’s Civil Division attorneys provide a lawyer and a leg up to Milwaukeeans facing legal and life challenges on matters ranging from housing and foreclosure, elder law and disability benefits, consumer and civil rights issues, to HIV/AIDs, bankruptcy and tax matters.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Exceptional organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and control deadlines
• Superior writing, editing, and research skills
• Ability to perform duties with independence and discretion
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative
Minimum Qualifications:
• Juris Doctorate (JD)
• Admission to the Wisconsin State Bar
• Ability to read and write Spanish a plus, although not a requirement
• Licensure with the State of Wisconsin
• Successful completion of background check
Working Conditions:
Legal Aid offers a competitive salary based on experience and comparable to similar organizations in the Milwaukee Area. We offer a generous benefits package that includes health, dental, vision and life insurance, paid holidays, vacation and paid time off (PTO). Legal Aid recognizes the importance of a work-life balance.
To apply: Send a cover letter, resumé, three professional references, and a writing sample to:
Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee
Colleen Foley, Executive Director
728 N. James Lovell St.
Milwaukee, WI 53233
Email:
cfoley@lasmilwaukee.com
Applicants must include
“Civil Staff Attorney Opportunity” in the subject line of email submissions
