Medical-Legal Partnership Attorney

Legal Services of North Florida hasan opening for a Medical-Legal Partnership Attorney . Come work withgreat people who do hard work to better the lives of low-income and vulnerableindividuals in our communities. LSNF handles more than 9,700 cases a year anddoes not charge their clients for their legal services. Be a part of anon-profit law firm, with 130+ employees in eight offices across North Florida,that seeks legal justice while understanding the value of work-life balance. This position is located at our Tallahassee office. This attorney will lead our Medical-Legal Partnership , a collaborative initiative that connects patients with civil legal services through referrals from healthcare providers who identify legal issues affecting their patients’ health and well-being. Through partnership with healthcare providers, the attorney will identify patients experiencing health-harming legal issues and provide legal advice, advocacy, and representation in matters involving housing, public benefits, health insurance, family law, and other civil legal needs. Working closely with healthcare providers and community partners, the attorney will address legal barriers that affect patient health, promote access to justice, and support improved health outcomes for underserved communities.This position requires visiting partner healthcare facilities regularly to support the Medical-Legal Partnership’s collaborative work and provide accessible legal services to patients. Attorneys at LSNF have the abilityto work collaboratively with superior legal professionals in civil litigationand administrative law to strategize and advocate on behalf of clients and seekjustice. LSNF legal staff also engage in significant litigation including largescale impact work and appellate work. To fulfill the mission to remove barriersto legal access, LSNF carries out community education and outreach withtwo Justice on the Block mobile response units whereindividuals can speak to an attorney, apply for our services, or haveassistance filing pro se documents. Applicants should be a member of TheFlorida Bar in good standing, with preference given to candidates with publicinterest or legal aid experience. Experience collaborating with healthcare providers, community organizations, or interdisciplinary teams is a plus. Candidates must have strong organizationaland communication skills, be comfortable interacting with clients, and have adesire to advocate. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred, but not required. Salary offers depend on experience. Comprehensive fringe benefits package includes: Offices open to public Monday - Thursday Immediate paid time offincludes holidays, sickleave, and personal leave Personal or vacation leave earnings equal2.4weeks a year and after two years, increases to five weeks per year 100% fully paid health insurance for employee &dependent children after60 days of employment Employer paid life insurancepolicyof$25,000 Employer contributes 6% to retirement/ 401K plan , after one year of full-time service, no matchrequired Additional voluntary options of dental, vision, termlife, disability, and other insurance coverage is also available. Flexible Work Plans including remote work options are available after 6 months of employment To learn more about Legal Servicesof North Florida: This company is an equal opportunityemployer and does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, age,marital status, disability, veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, geneticinformation, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protectedcategory. This position is subject to Florida Level 2 background screening requirements through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr