Staff Attorney - Gallup or Las Cruces, NM

Job Description
Type of Job: 
Full-Time
Main Areas of Responsibility: 

The Staff Attorneys will handle cases for low-income individuals and families in a wide variety of poverty law areas including family law, housing, public benefits and consumer issues. The Staff Attorneys will be active in local bar and community activities. The work will include participating in community education, outreach to eligible clients, and recruitment of and collaboration with pro bono attorneys.

Additional Areas of Responsibility: 

The Staff Attorneys also will handle a significant caseload to assist domestic violence victims, including an opportunity to be involved in outreach and case handling for NMLA’s statewide LGBTQ+ Legal Access Project, “Safe to Be You!“ Candidates with experience working as advocates on behalf of Native American or LGBTQ+ clients are strongly encouraged to apply. Proficiency in Spanish, Navajo or Zuni languages is a plus.

Other Information/Requirements: 

At least three years’ experience as a licensed attorney preferred. Must be licensed in New Mexico, or eligible for licensing by reciprocity. Must be willing to travel. Must be able to effectively use computer technology and remote communications systems, including shared online workspaces, web meeting and videoconferencing software. Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks, manage a caseload and build collaborative relationships.

How to Apply: 

Send a current résumé and a letter of interest explaining what you would like to accomplish if you are selected for either position to: [email protected]
Salary: DOE, NMLA is an EEO Employer. Application deadline: Oct. 5, 2018.

Contact Information
Name: 
Roberta Edwards
Agency/Organization: 
Edwards HR Consulting
City: 
Albuquerque
State: 
New Mexico
Zip/Postal Code: 
87113
Business Phone: 
505-917-4558
Email Address: 
[email protected]
Internal Info
Date to Post: 
Sep 18 2018
Date to Remove: 
Oct 23 2018

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