Staff Attorney

Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice law in the State of Nebraska and member in good standing with Nebraska Bar Association
Responsibilities
You will be responsible for providing effective and efficient representation of clients in our Grand Island office
You will handle a caseload: evaluates potential cases to determine acceptance and extent of representation; identifies and gathers other information to assist in determining case acceptance; formulates legal opinions and recommendations based on investigation, interviews, and legal research; represents clients in all aspects of their cases, including, but not limited to preparation of pleadings, research, discovery, negotiations, settlement, litigation, and appeal, if appropriate and approved; educates clients regarding their legal options and the consequences of each, as well as processes and procedures involved in representing the client's interests
Evaluates potential cases to determine acceptance and extent of representation
Represent clients in all aspects of their cases including, but not limited to preparation of pleadings, research, discovery, negotiations, settlement, litigation, and appeal
Provide legal advice and counseling to clients, helping them understand their rights and options
Participate in community outreach and education initiatives
Job description
Legal Aid of Nebraska is a private, non-profit law firm that strives to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of clients, employees, partners, and local communities every single day. Legal Aid is committed to ensuring equal justice for the most vulnerable individuals in Nebraska by providing free and outstanding legal assistance, and by educating people on their legal rights, options, legal procedures and processes, and most importantly, by empowering them to make a real difference in their own lives.

We are seeking a passionate and committed Attorney to join our team. You will be responsible for providing effective and efficient representation of clients in our Grand Island office. You will handle a caseload: evaluates potential cases to determine acceptance and extent of representation; identifies and gathers other information to assist in determining case acceptance; formulates legal opinions and recommendations based on investigation, interviews, and legal research; represents clients in all aspects of their cases, including, but not limited to preparation of pleadings, research, discovery, negotiations, settlement, litigation, and appeal, if appropriate and approved; educates clients regarding their legal options and the consequences of each, as well as processes and procedures involved in representing the client's interests.

Primary Responsibilities
• Evaluates potential cases to determine acceptance and extent of representation.
• Represent clients in all aspects of their cases including, but not limited to preparation of pleadings, research, discovery, negotiations, settlement, litigation, and appeal
• Provide legal advice and counseling to clients, helping them understand their rights and options.
• Participate in community outreach and education initiatives.

Qualifications
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Nebraska and member in good standing with Nebraska Bar Association.
• Fluency in a second language is preferred.
• Relevant experience in poverty law, with a legal aid program, or serving the client community in a way related to legal services is highly desirable. Read more