What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Attorney - Texarkana position at Legal Aid of Arkansas?
Staff Attorney(s) Texarkana or El Dorado, Arkansas – Housing, Domestic Justice, Economic Justice, Consumer
Legal Aid of Arkansas is a public interest, not-for-profit law firm dedicated to assuring equal access to justice in civil matters for low-income Arkansans. Legal Aid’s advocates provide counsel in housing preservation, domestic violence prevention, economic justice, and consumer protection.
Legal Aid has open positions for mission-oriented attorneys in El Dorado and/or Texarkana. Frequent travel related to work activities is required and some occasional evening or weekend time to attend training, meetings, or outreach activities.
Attorneys will provide direct legal advocacy, ranging from legal advice and brief legal assistance to negotiations and full legal representation. Attorneys for these positions are expected to be able to handle a high-volume practice consistent with their experience.
Arkansas Bar Admission or eligibility for reciprocity is required. Applicants must reside in or be willing to relocate to Arkansas or contiguous counties and have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel to represent clients. Attorney positions are exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
The salary range is $57,491 - $88,536, depending on experience, with the potential for a rural market bonus adjustment. There is a strong preference for full-time, but part-time may be considered. Legal Aid offers health and dental insurance, retirement, Supreme Court and bar association dues, CLE, position-related travel reimbursement and per diem, student loan repayment assistance, and other benefits.
To Apply:
To apply please email your letter of interest, resume and three references to Allison Sehika, Human Resources at asehika@arlegalaid.org. Positions are open until they are filled. Apply as soon as possible.
Legal Aid of Arkansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Legal Aid of Arkansas participates in E-Verify.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $57,491.00 - $88,536.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Bar admission or eligibility for reciprocity (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Texarkana, AR 71854 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $57,491 - $88,536
