What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Attorney (Muskegon) position at National Legal Aid & Defender Association?
Position Description
Legal Aid of Western Michigan (LAWM) is a non-profit law firm that proudly delivers free legal
assistance to communities across West Michigan. At LAWM, our core mission is to protect
rights, challenge injustice, and fight poverty through free legal advocacy for people and
families. We are looking for a new Staff Attorney who will play an essential role in supporting
that mission. LAWM is an equal opportunity employer.
Under the supervision of the Managing Attorney of the Muskegon office, the Staff Attorney is
primarily responsible for providing intake, referrals, legal advice, and legal representation to
eligible clients. They collaborate with other LAWM staff to share knowledge and adhere to case
priorities. This role regularly engages in community outreach and relationship building.
The Staff Attorney is a full-time, exempt, salaried position; a starting annual salary is $66,820, or
higher depending on experience. We offer an additional $2,673 annual stipend for an individual
who is bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
Provide intake services and referrals as appropriate to clients with a variety of legal needs
Manage a litigation caseload and represent clients in administrative hearings and courts
Organize and maintain physical and electronic files
Build collaborative relationships within the community
We are committed to promoting a healthy work/like balance, and our staff enjoy:
A minimum 35-hour work week (Mon – Fri, 8:30AM – 4:30PM)
Generous Annual Leave and Sick Leave
Thirteen Paid Holidays per year
HMO and HSA Health Insurance options, with an employer contribution to premiums, as
well as a payout option for staff who opt out of health insurance coverage
Employer-Paid Dental and Vision Insurances
Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurances
Employer-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Annual employer contributions to 403b account for eligible employees
Being part of a team that is making a positive and lasting impact on their communities
In addition, our organization is a qualifying employer for most loan forgiveness
programs
Legal Aid of Western Michigan (LAWM) is a non-profit law firm that proudly delivers free legal
assistance to communities across West Michigan. At LAWM, our core mission is to protect
rights, challenge injustice, and fight poverty through free legal advocacy for people and
families. We are looking for a new Staff Attorney who will play an essential role in supporting
that mission. LAWM is an equal opportunity employer.
Under the supervision of the Managing Attorney of the Muskegon office, the Staff Attorney is
primarily responsible for providing intake, referrals, legal advice, and legal representation to
eligible clients. They collaborate with other LAWM staff to share knowledge and adhere to case
priorities. This role regularly engages in community outreach and relationship building.
The Staff Attorney is a full-time, exempt, salaried position; a starting annual salary is $66,820, or
higher depending on experience. We offer an additional $2,673 annual stipend for an individual
who is bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
Provide intake services and referrals as appropriate to clients with a variety of legal needs
Manage a litigation caseload and represent clients in administrative hearings and courts
Organize and maintain physical and electronic files
Build collaborative relationships within the community
We are committed to promoting a healthy work/like balance, and our staff enjoy:
A minimum 35-hour work week (Mon – Fri, 8:30AM – 4:30PM)
Generous Annual Leave and Sick Leave
Thirteen Paid Holidays per year
HMO and HSA Health Insurance options, with an employer contribution to premiums, as
well as a payout option for staff who opt out of health insurance coverage
Employer-Paid Dental and Vision Insurances
Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurances
Employer-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Annual employer contributions to 403b account for eligible employees
Being part of a team that is making a positive and lasting impact on their communities
In addition, our organization is a qualifying employer for most loan forgiveness
programs
Salary : $2,673 - $66,820