Indiana Legal Services, Inc. · 2 weeks ago
Staff Attorney
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$57K/yr - $76K/yr
2+ years expIndiana Legal Services, Inc. is a statewide, not-for-profit organization that provides free legal services to eligible clients in civil cases. The Staff Attorney will represent patients of healthcare partners in civil legal matters, provide training, and maintain relationships with partner organizations while working under the supervision of the Project Director.
GovernmentLaw Enforcement
Responsibilities
Complete and review applications for legal services and assess legal issues
Provide legal advice and representation to MLP clients in housing, family law, consumer, public benefits, and other poverty law areas through court representation and written advice letters
Draft pro se pleadings and other documents for clients
Supervise assigned law students and volunteers
Cultivate and strengthen relationships with partner organizations and patients, including through the provision of on-site outreach and training
Plan, implement, and staff regular outreach sessions with partner organizations
Develop and maintain networking relationships with local bar associations and with local, state, and federal governments and community agencies that serve our client population
Exhibit a high level of personal energy, organization and commitment to the position and the ILS mission
Successfully balance a healthy case load with all other duties and responsibilities that accompany the position
Qualification
Required
J.D. degree after graduation from an ABA-accredited law school and admitted to practice law in Indiana
A demonstrated commitment to social and economic justice and serving disadvantaged populations
A valid, Indiana driver's license and reliable transportation
Ability to work independently and to work collaboratively with other members of the MLP team
Preferred
At least two (2) years of legal experience post-J.D
Benefits
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx)
Disability insurance
Life insurance
A 401(k) plan
A flex benefit plan
Company
Indiana Legal Services, Inc.
Indiana Legal Services (ILS) is a a nonprofit law firm that provides free civil legal assistance to eligible low-income people throughout the state of Indiana.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$8.27MKey Investors
Federal Home Loan Bank of IndianapolisAWS Foundation
2025-12-29Grant· $8.2M
2019-03-01Grant· $0.07M
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