STAFF ATTORNEY: EMPLOYMENT LAW (GREENFIELD)

CLA seeks a staff attorney to work in its Employment Law Unit. The attorney will focus on handling unemployment cases and cases involving wage and hour issues, leave issues, and employment discrimination. In addition to representing individual clients, the attorney will engage in community outreach and education and will work closely with community partners. The attorney will be based in CLA's office in Greenfield.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Recent law school graduates and more experienced attorneys are encouraged to apply.
• Third year law students are also eligible to apply, but preference will be given to a licensed attorney who can start sooner.
• Fluency in Spanish (written and oral) preferred, as is experience in poverty or employment law.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• A demonstrated dedication to social justice and commitment to working with low-income communities.

COMPENSATION:

• The starting salary for this position is $73,000, which is based on a union scale and adjusted upward depending on experience to a maximum of $109,000.
• CLA offers a very generous benefits package that includes
  • 401(k) with employer-paid contribution; low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents.
  • Malpractice insurance.
  • Paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays).
  • Student loan repayment assistance; and relocation stipend.
• CLA has a hybrid work environment and requires advocates to work in their assigned office at least three days per week.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Please submit your resume and cover letter online on our website. Alternatively, you can mail your application to Human Resources Director, Community Legal Aid, 370 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608.

Community Legal Aid (CLA) is the non-profit legal services program providing free civil legal assistance to low-income and elderly residents of central and western Mass. CLA has over 180 dedicated, talented staff working across multiple offices. Our core work includes effective client-centered advocacy and robust outreach to and partnerships with our client communities.

CLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to ensure that our staff members reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. CLA encourages applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.