Advocacy Attorney

Position Overview
LASCO is actively seeking a dedicated, professional Staff or Senior Attorney to work primarily in Fairfield County, Ohio, to provide comprehensive legal services for civil issues in pursuit of LASCO’s mission and priorities. Attorneys balance systemic advocacy with practical day‑to‑day legal representation.

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, collaborating with partner organizations to provide legal assistance through special projects and grants.

Are You Someone Who?

Dedicated to improving the lives of low‑income individuals in our communities

Enjoys helping clients triumph over adversity

Motivated, professional, and thrives within a collaborative, team‑driven environment

Believes successful resolution can be reached beyond traditional litigation

Interested in developing a wide range of legal skills and experiences

You Will:

Handle all functions related to legal advocacy ranging from intake to representation of clients before local, state, appellate and federal courts, and all relevant agencies

Maintain a caseload that includes both direct service and impact work

Participate in one of our substantive teams focused on learning one area of the law more in depth and addressing systemic issues

Participate in outreach activities, clinics and other community events

Collaborate with other legal services attorneys on statewide advocacy

Promote community relations and build community relationships by engaging with the public and partner service providers

Have the opportunity to participate in excellent on‑going professional development including CLE‑approved trainings on substantive poverty law and advocacy skills among others

Be part of a community of collaborative and mission‑driven professionals

Requirements

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

High ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion

High ability to facilitate collaboration and build and sustain productive relationships with diverse individuals, groups and organizations

Excellent communication skills, both orally and written, with diverse audiences

A commitment to access for all people with a wide variety of lived experiences both internally and externally

Strong work ethic

Proficiency in Microsoft applications, knowledge of current technologies and commitment to remain up to date with industry best practices

English language proficiency is essential; Spanish/English bilingual skills are a plus. Additional languages - even better

Juris 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 of hire) preferred

Prior Legal Aid or related work experience a plus, but not required

Other 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 Fairfield County, Ohio. This role will require some travel throughout the service area.

Salary begins at $72,000 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.

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