Center for Disability & Elder Law · 1 week ago
Staff Attorney
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$64K/yr - $76K/yr
2+ years expThe Center for Disability & Elder Law (CDEL) provides free legal services to low-income older adults and persons with disabilities. CDEL seeks a full-time Staff Attorney to support various program areas, providing direct legal representation and managing volunteers to assist clients in asserting their legal rights.
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Responsibilities
Provide direct legal services to clients in the areas of housing, adult guardianship, consumer law, estate planning and public benefits
Conduct educational outreach presentations
Provide training and supervision to pro bono volunteers
Assist with interviewing, hiring and supervision of interns
Assist with organization workshops
Manage a time-sensitive caseload along with other assigned work
Ensure grant reporting compliance
Supervise volunteers and interns working on clinic matters
Monitor and interpret laws, rules and, ordinances
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois or able to become licensed in Illinois
Demonstrated commitment to CDEL's client base, including working with older adults and persons with disabilities
Strong ability to communicate with multiple clients and stakeholders
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines
Detail-oriented
Creative and innovative approach to solving problems
Enthusiastic about providing legal services throughout communities in and around Chicago
Enjoys engaging with clients and other staff
Desire to work with and mentor interns and pro bono volunteers
Works collaboratively and communicates transparently with other staff members
Preferred
Two years of experience as a practicing attorney preferred - candidates with demonstrated experience who do not meet this qualification may be considered
Experience with housing, adult guardianship, estate planning, and consumer law preferred
Spanish speaking and writing skills a plus
Benefits
Health/dental/vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with matching
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
A generous personal time off policy
Company
Center for Disability & Elder Law
Center for Disability & Elder Law provides free legal services to low-income seniors and people with disabilities around the community.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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