Part-time Legal Assistant focusing on expanding services for low-income people across Montana.
Join Montana Legal Services Association and make justice possible. You’ll enjoy Montana’s outdoor lifestyle while representing those without a voice in our legal system.
MLSA is a progressive Montana non-profit law firm. We offer our staff challenging and fulfilling work, where you can go home each day knowing you made a tangible difference. MLSA provides a supportive and collegial work environment, a healthy work-life balance, and a generous benefits package.
MLSA is an equal opportunity employer and we consider the diversity of our staff to be vital to our organization's success. We strongly encourage and welcome people of all cultures, races, educational backgrounds, life experiences, socio-economic classes, sexual orientations, ages, genders, and physical abilities to apply.
Who We Are: MLSA is committed to the idea that equal justice under the law is a right, not a privilege. We are zealous advocates for Montanans who struggle to make ends meet and deserve their day in court.
Our attorneys have pursued impact litigation all the way to Montana’s Supreme Court, helping to level the playing field for all Montanans.
Our staff works with clients statewide and within Montana’s Tribal Courts.
We are nationally recognized for our forward-thinking approach to civil legal aid and for our use of technology to advance the cause of justice for all in Montana.
The Position: We’re looking for a part-time (20 hrs/week) legal assistant to be based in Butte Montana. The part-time pay range we are offering is $19,000 - $22,000, depending on experience.
Requirements:
Previous work experience with domestic violence survivors and vulnerable populations.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently with diverse and low-income clients in emotionally charged situations.
Ability and willingness to work cooperatively and collegially within a decentralized statewide law firm.
Specific Duties:
Conduct intake for new clients, and coordinate communication among the applicants, clients, intake specialists, staff attorney, and project partners as applicable.
Accept referral forms from project partners, and when possible, obtain client authorization to share information with project partners.
Coordinate referrals to pro bono attorneys for clients or applicants when appropriate.
Timely communicate with applicants and clients to obtain more information as needed.
Perform conflict screening, assist applicants with forms and coordinate with intake staff in the gathering of relevant information.
The Location: You’ll be based in Butte, in the heart of Southwest Montana. Outdoor activities abound within minutes of Butte. You’ll enjoy easy access to natural hot springs, hiking, boating, skiing, and fly fishing. Butte’s well-preserved uptown district boasts restored Victorian mansions and architecture that conjures up Butte’s historic reputation as the “richest hill on earth”.
Why Should You Apply?
Live your values and put your passion or degree to work by advocating for people who deserve a voice in our legal system.
Great benefits, generous leave, and competitive pay.
Access to free CLE seminars and opportunities to attend national conferences and trainings.
The chance to hone your skills in a friendly and supportive work environment.
How to Apply: Submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 references to our posting on BambooHR. Screening of applicants is ongoing and the position will remain open until filled. The priority deadline for applications is April 19, 2024.
Please apply through BambooHR – https://montanalegalservices.bamboohr.com/careers/79?source=aWQ9NDA%3D
General Link if needed: https://montanalegalservices.bamboohr.com/careers
Visit mtlsa.org to learn more about MLSA, our staff, and the work we do.