Location: Hobart, IN
Posted: November 8, 2022
PBI’s employment opportunities are available to all persons without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military service/veteran status, or other categories protected under state or federal law.
NWI Volunteer Lawyers, part of Pro Bono Indiana, has an opening for a Staff Attorney in its Hobart, Indiana office.
Position Summary
Under the direction of NWI Volunteer Lawyer’s Director, the Staff Attorney assists in NWI’s /PBI’s mission to provide civil legal aid services through the recruitment of pro bono attorneys, requests to attorneys, intake and legal advice to individuals seeking help, help with Events, like Martin Luther King Day, Recognition Event for our Volunteer Attorneys and Law Firms, and helping maintain and update database and get updates of hours provided from attorneys. With a look to the future to expand our services and benefit our attorneys for their hard work. It includes the option of having Health Insurance, Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays.
Status / Hours: Exempt, part-time (2 - 2.5 days/week)
Specific Duties
In order to achieve the performance standards established by the Board of Directors, the Staff Attorney shall have the following duties:
Applicant Requirements:
Benefits:
Who We Are: Pro Bono Indiana has ten offices throughout Indiana coordinating the volunteer work of Indiana attorneys. NWI Volunteer Lawyers provides civil legal aid services to low-income Hoosiers through pro bono placements with volunteer attorneys and court-based clinical services for residents in Northwestern Indiana.
For additional information: contact Stephanie Wicke at probono@hobartlaw.net.
To apply: Submit your application (including a current resume) using the form to the right of this description.
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Bloomington Office Managing Attorney, this individual will provide administrative and clerical support for PBI’s pro bono services operated from its office in Bloomington. These efforts include coordination of financial and payroll activities along with other administrative duties. The position also supports efforts to provide legal services to low-income clients. Those specific duties include, but are not limited to, composition of documents and correspondence for attorneys, clients, and the public; in-person and telephonic communications with a wide variety of constituents including completion of client intakes; filing, copying, and other tasks typical of a legal secretary or paralegal.
Specific Duties
In order to achieve the performance standards established by the PBI Board of Directors, and to assist the Bloomington Office Managing Attorney, the incumbent shall have the following duties:
Job Requirements
The incumbent shall have the ability to deal with clients, volunteer attorneys, bench officers, other staff members, and the public with tact and courtesy, and will represent the best interests of PBI, its Bloomington Office, and its constituents at all times. Superior computer skills, with knowledge of word processing, Excel, and Microsoft Access database software required. Experience managing the administrative needs of a legal practice is highly desired.
Working Conditions
The incumbent will be working in a typical legal services office environment, with regular contact with low-income clients, volunteer attorneys, bench officers, and the public. Due to the nature of legal practice, the position requires the use of independent judgment and may be stressful at times.
Benefits:
Who We Are: Pro Bono Indiana has ten offices throughout Indiana coordinating the volunteer work of Indiana attorneys. District 10 provides civil legal aid services to low-income Hoosiers through pro bono placements with volunteer attorneys and court-based clinical services for residents in and around Bloomington, Indiana.
For additional information: Contact Diane Walker at dist10probono@gmail.com or (812) 339-3610 .
To apply: Submit your application (including a current resume) using the form to the right of this description.
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