Overview
Jacksonville Area Legal Aid (JALA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing legal assistance and advocacy for low-income individuals and families. We work to ensure access to justice and fair treatment in housing, consumer rights, family law, and other essential legal services.
Responsibilities
Lead the Intake Unit as a licensed Florida attorney with a minimum of 8 years of civil practice experience. This is a full-time position in JALA’s downtown Jacksonville office. Business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
What You Get At JALA
JALA is a premier litigation legal aid firm in the Southeastern United States. We are mission-driven, and our team makes a difference in the community. As a JALA employee, you can expect hands-on experience interviewing and counseling clients as well as litigating cases in Federal and State courts. Staff are expected to take on challenging cases for at-risk clients while being mentored and supported in taking on such cases. While initiative and self-motivation are valued, you will be supervised by lawyers who are recognized as subject matter experts in their field. JALA has a hybrid work environment (although not all positions can work remotely). We embrace diversity and inclusion to ensure we offer the best representation for clients.
Salary and Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience. Sign-on bonus. Benefits package includes a hybrid work model, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability insurance, group life insurance, 401(k) with 100% match of deferrals up to 6% of compensation, a generous leave policy (13 paid holidays plus 22 personal leave days in the first year, one-month sabbatical every four years), and Access Perks, a private discount network.
Compensation
$92,000 annually for 8 years of experience.
How to Apply
To apply, submit a resume, a minimum of two professional references, and salary requirements.
Background Check and EEO
All employees must clear Florida’s Level II background screening. Information on the background screening process is available from the Florida Clearinghouse. Jacksonville Area Legal Aid is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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