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    Eviction Free MKE Attorney

    ​Organization: The Legal Aid Society is a 105-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 Eviction Free MKE project involves a team of lawyers providing full eviction defense representation to Milwaukee County residents facing eviction. This position is part of an innovative 3-year pilot to change the landscape of evictions in Milwaukee and make the system more fair and equitable for all.

    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, preferred

    • 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 with a starting salary of $55,000. Legal Aid recognizes the importance of a work-life balance, so our benefit package includes generous paid time off (PTO) and health, dental, vision and life insurance. COVID-19 vaccination required.

    To apply: Send a cover letter, resume, 3 professional references, and a writing sample to:

    Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee

    Colleen Foley, Executive Director

    728 N. James Lovell Street

    Milwaukee, WI 53233

    Email: cfoley@lasmilwaukee.com

    Applicants must include “Eviction Free MKE Attorney Opportunity” in the subject line of email submission​

    ​LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, CITIZENSHIP STATUS, RELIGION, AGE, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, MARITAL STATUS, DISABILITY, MILITARY STATUS AND ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY LAW.

    Location = Milwaukee
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