Attorney

Staff Or Senior AttorneyLegal Aid of Southeast and Central Ohio (LASCO) mission is to provide civil legal aid and advocacy to overcome unfairness and injustice, reduce poverty, and increase opportunity. LASCO has a long-standing history of being committed to searching out the patterns, causes of, and solutions to the repetitive and fundamental legal problems facing low-income Ohioans and pursuing the legal recourse needed to address those problems. Since 1966, our organizations have helped thousands of Ohio's poor obtain and keep housing, secure public benefits, worked with families to gain and maintain economic stability, and helped domestic violence survivors to live free of fear and abuse and to obtain the resources needed to sustain themselves and their children.LASCO is actively seeking dedicated, professional Staff or Senior Attorney in our Chillicothe, Ohio office to provide comprehensive legal services for civil issues in pursuit of LASCO mission and priorities. The Chillicothe office is one of the eight offices in the service area, allowing the person in this role to be a part of a community consisting of collaborative and mission-driven attorneys doing impact work in their respective communities. Attorneys balance systemic advocacy with practical day-to-day legal representation.Chillicothe, Ohio's first capital, is proud of its exciting history, important archeological sites, and beautiful Appalachian settings. This community has previously been named one of the "Best Small Towns to Visit" by Smithsonian Magazine. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative legal experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusive workforce and community.In this role, you will be responsible for providing legal counsel and advice as well as direct representation in the areas of housing, public benefits, tax, domestic, consumer, education, employment and re-entry and collaborating with partner organizations in providing legal assistance to our communities through special projects and grants.Are you someone who:Is dedicated to improving the lives of low-income individuals in our communities?Enjoys helping clients triumph over adversity?Is motivated, professional and thrives within a collaborative, team-driven environment?Believes successful resolution can be reached beyond traditional litigation?Is interested in developing a wide range of legal skills and experiences?You will:Handle all functions related to legal advocacy ranging from intake to the representation of clients before local, state, appellate and federal courts, and all relevant agenciesMaintain a caseload that includes both direct service and impact workParticipate in one of our substantive teams focused on learning one area of the law more in depth and on addressing systemic issuesParticipate in outreach activities, clinics and other community eventsCollaborate with other legal services attorneys on statewide advocacyPromote community relations and build community relationships by engaging with the public and partner service providersHave the opportunity to participate in excellent on-going professional development including CLE-approved trainings on substantive poverty law and advocacy skills among othersBe a part of a community of collaborative and mission driven professionalsRequirementsStrong legal advocacy skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environmentHigh ability to exercise sound judgment and discretionHigh ability to facilitate collaboration as well as build and sustain productive relationships with diverse individuals, groups and organizationsExcellent communication skills, both orally and written, with diverse audiencesA commitment to access for all people with a wide variety of lived experiences both internally and externallyStrong work ethicProficiency in Microsoft applications, knowledge of current technologies and commitment to remain up to date with industry best practicesEnglish language proficiency is essential and Spanish/English bilingual skills are a plus. Additional languages – even betterJuris Doctor from an accredited law school and admitted to the Bar of the State of Ohio (or if not currently admitted, expected to obtain admission within 12 months from date of hire) preferredPrior Legal Aid or related work experience a plus, but not requiredOther details:It is the policy of LASCO not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability, age, ancestry, and military status or any other characteristic protected by law.This position reports to the Managing Attorney and is based in Chillicothe, Ohio. This role will require some travel throughout the following service areas: Fairfield, Pickaway, Hocking, Fayette, Ross, Pike, and Jackson counties.Salary begins at $75,000 DOE (Senior Attorney begins at $77,000 DOE).LASCO offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package, currently including an employer funded HRA (up to $12,000), employer-paid employee dental and vision insurance, a language skills differential ($2,500-$3,500 annually), paid vacation, sick and holiday time, LRAP (up to $6,000), and ongoing training and development opportunities.To apply: Submit resume, writing sample, references, and letter of interest.