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North Penn Legal Services
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$62,565 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Staff Attorney
North Penn Legal Services
Pittston, Pennsylvania, United States
+2
(Hybrid)
Posted 20 days ago
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Duration
Indefinite
Salary
$58,965.00 - $66,165.00
Min Experience
None
Min Education
J.D. (Juris Doctor)
Required Travel
25-50%
AI Summary & Insights Description North Penn Legal Services (NPLS), a nonprofit civil legal aid organization serving Northeast Pennsylvania, is seeking attorneys for its Williamsport, Towanda, and Pittston offices. Attorneys will provide legal representation and advocacy, consistent with licensure status, to low-income individuals and families in a variety of civil legal matters, including family law, housing and landlord-tenant matters, consumer law, mortgage foreclosure, and public benefits cases. Responsibilities include client interviews, legal research, drafting pleadings and legal documents, negotiations, court appearances, representation in administrative proceedings, and participation in community outreach and educational initiatives. Attorneys may represent clients in magisterial district courts, courts of common pleas, and state and federal courts. NPLS offers a collaborative and mission-driven work environment with training opportunities. We also offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package, including health and dental insurance, vision, 401(k), generous paid leave, paid holidays, and eligibility for loan repayment assistance and public service loan forgiveness programs. Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on organizational needs. Requirements Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar or eligibility for pending admission to the Pennsylvania Bar
Strong oral advocacy, legal writing, and communication skills
Demonstrated interest in public interest law and serving underserved communities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to travel within the service area, as needed
Prior legal internship, clerkship, litigation, or public interest experience preferred
Spanish language proficiency is a plus and may qualify for additional compensation