Staff Attorney
The Staff Attorney provides high-quality legal representation to eligible clients of Legal Aid of Nebraska. This role involves evaluating and managing cases, advocating for clients in various legal settings, and contributing to community outreach and education. The Staff Attorney plays a critical role in achieving justice and stability for underserved populations while supporting and coordinating with fellow staff as needed.
Essential Functions:
Client Evaluation and Intake
- Assess potential cases for acceptance and level of representation
- Identify and gather necessary information to evaluate legal claims
- Formulate legal opinions and make recommendations for case strategy based on investigations
Client Advocacy and Legal Representation
- Interview clients to determine needs and gather relevant facts
- Educate clients on legal rights, options, and the implications of each course of action
- Clearly explain legal processes and procedures tailored to each client’s circumstances
- Represent clients through all phases of legal proceedings including: Preparation of pleadings and legal documents, legal research and case analysis, discovery and evidence collection, negotiations and settlement discussions, trial litigation and, if necessary, appellate advocacy.
Community Engagement and Legal Education
- Participate in outreach efforts to raise awareness of legal services
- Engage with partner organizations and community stakeholders to expand access to justice
Team Collaboration and Support
- Provide guidance and support to legal staff and interns as needed
- Contribute to a collaborative team culture focused on mission-driven outcomes
Requirements:
- 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.
Benefits Offered:
- Legal Aid employees are eligible for certain student loan forgiveness/repayment assistance.
- 15 paid holidays
- Generous vacation and sick leave
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
- Paid Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
- Retirement plan
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Wellness benefit, including reimbursement for gym or health club memberships
- Opportunities for professional development and training
Why Join Us in Scottsbluff and North Platte?
- Legal Aid of Nebraska employees are eligible for certain student loan forgiveness and/or repayment assistance
- Be part of a team in a key regional office and help shape access to justice for western and central Nebraska.
- Enjoy meaningful public interest work while gaining leadership experience.
- Outstanding benefits, including generous vacation, sick pay, holidays, and work-life balance.
- Opportunity for professional growth and contribution to a mission-driven organization.
Interested in exploring more opportunities with Legal Aid of Nebraska?
Legal Aid of Nebraska is an equal opportunity employer.