Staff Attorney Job at Robert Half (Chicago)

Staff Attorney

ATASK is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and skilled full-time attorney to j...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

75000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Year

Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Commitment to ATASK’s mission of ending domestic violence and promoting social justice
J.D. degree and admission to the Massachusetts Bar, in good standing, with the ability to meet all licensing and continuing education requirements
At least 2 years of experience providing legal services to survivors of trauma, abuse, and/or exploitation in family law and/or immigration matters
Proven academic excellence and professional legal training
Sensitivity to clients in crisis, with a strong understanding of trauma-informed lawyering practices
Ability to manage complex caseloads, prioritize tasks, and organize multiple matters effectively
Strong legal research, writing, and document preparation skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex legal concepts to clients, courts, and colleagues
Dedication to social justice, particularly focusing on low-income, immigrant, and underrepresented communities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Job Responsibility

Provide legal services to ATASK clients while coordinating the efforts of the Legal Program staff to ensure comprehensive support for survivors
Organize and manage case files, ensuring all documents and information are accurately entered and regularly updated
Adhere to strict deadlines, ensuring client matters are handled promptly and efficiently
Maintain detailed records of actions, including communications, court appearances, and client interactions
Conduct legal research on case law, statutes, and regulations relevant to client matters
Input and track necessary case information within case management systems
Represent clients in court at hearings, trials, and other appearances, traveling to courthouses as needed
Prepare, draft, and file legal documents such as petitions, motions, affidavits, and legal briefs
Conduct legal research to support case strategies, analyzing statutes, case law, and regulations
Collaborate with supervising attorneys, clients, and support staff to develop and execute case strategies

What we offer

Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
Life and long-term disability
401K
Corporate T-Pass Program
Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick time, Personal days and 15 Holidays
Variety of Wellness Programs during the year, including Summer Fridays which include approximately 40 hours of wellness hours
Hybrid work model
ATASK encourages and strongly supports ongoing training and professional development opportunities for all staff

Fulltime

Legal Aid Staff Attorney: Housing

Community Legal Aid (CLA) seeks a housing attorney to work in its Springfield of...

Location

United States , Springfield

Salary:

73000.00 - 109000.00 USD / Year

Community Legal Aid

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Current third-year law students, recent law school graduates and more experienced attorneys are eligible to apply
Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to poverty law and social justice work
Prior experience in landlord-tenant work or court-based law school clinical work is preferred
Fluency in Spanish is preferred

Job Responsibility

Represent tenants in eviction cases
Assist tenants facing denials or terminations from public and subsidized housing programs
Handle other housing-related matters
Regularly participate in a Housing Court lawyer-for-the-day program
Have significant client contact
Engage in community outreach and education

What we offer

401(k) with employer-paid contribution
Low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents
Malpractice insurance
Paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays)
Loan repayment assistance
Relocation stipend

Fulltime

Staff Attorney: Family Preservation Project

Community Legal Aid (CLA) seeks an attorney who will be part of a multi-discipli...

Location

United States , Springfield

Salary:

73000.00 USD / Year

Community Legal Aid

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Third-year law students, recent law school graduates, and more experienced attorneys are eligible to apply
Prior experience with child welfare law is preferred
Experience in one or more core poverty-law practice areas is preferred
Excellent organizational, communication, writing, and decision-making skills
Ability to work closely with colleagues as a member of a team
Committed to serving the needs of a diverse client base

Job Responsibility

Be part of a multi-disciplinary team helping parents involved with the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF)
Provide legal assistance in a variety of core poverty-law areas, which may include access to benefits programs, family law, and education law
Assist parents with Fair Hearings to appeal DCF findings of neglect and with the DCF grievance process
Identify and provide legal interventions that will stabilize the family so that DCF closes its case without removing the children
Perform community outreach and education
Provide Know Your Rights trainings to the communities the project serves

What we offer

401(k) with employer-paid contribution
Low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents
Malpractice insurance
Paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays)
Loan repayment assistance
Relocation stipend

Fulltime

Staff Attorney: Fair Housing

CLA seeks a fair housing attorney to work in its Worcester office. The attorney ...

Location

United States , Worcester

Salary:

73000.00 USD / Year

Community Legal Aid

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Recent law school graduates and more experienced attorneys are eligible to apply
Experience in fair housing and/or landlord-tenant work strongly preferred
Fluency in another language in addition to English strongly preferred
Demonstrated commitment to poverty law and social justice work
Experience working with diverse communities
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a collaborative setting

Job Responsibility

Raise housing discrimination claims on behalf of tenants filing affirmative cases
Defend against evictions
Assist tenants seeking to access or maintain public and subsidized housing
Regularly participate in CLA’s housing court lawyer-for-the day program
Assist in the preparation of periodic grant reports

What we offer

401(k) with employer-paid contribution
Low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents
Malpractice insurance
Paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays)
Student loan repayment assistance
Relocation reimbursement

Fulltime

Staff Attorney

Our client is reputable non-profit organization located in the Bronx. They are s...

Location

United States , Bronx

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A J.D. from an accredited law school
July 2024 bar exam taker or attorney admitted to practice in New York State, or an attorney who has recently passed the NY Bar Exam or its equivalent
Demonstrated commitment to social justice and working in low-income communities and communities of color to advance equity
Ability to effectively communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds and conduct community outreach in low-income neighborhoods
Excellent legal research, oral and written advocacy, and analytical skills
Strong time management and organizational skills including the ability to manage a diverse and fast-paced caseload generated by a universal access to counsel intake system where clients are legally entitled to representation

Job Responsibility

Provide comprehensive legal representation to tenants referred to the organization through the Universal Access to Counsel initiative and other referral sources
Litigate in various forums including housing court, appellate courts, and administrative tribunals, including NYCHA tenancy termination proceedings and housing benefits hearings
Provide full legal representation, including: counsel clients on all available legal defenses and strategies, regularly communicate with clients to ensure they are informed on all pertinent information about their case, negotiate with outside counsel, engage in motion practice, present oral arguments at hearings and court conferences, conduct discovery and depositions, prepare for and conduct evidentiary hearings and trials, and advocate with government agencies and external providers on clients’ behalf
Develop and apply expertise in housing court practice, housing programs and subsidies, and public benefits to secure the best possible client outcomes
Participate in court-based intake processes and conduct intakes
Engage in client and community outreach and education initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Domestic Violence Staff Attorney

Full-time staff attorney position in Juneau to provide legal assistance to victi...

Location

United States , Juneau

Salary:

69452.00 - 104179.00 USD / Year

Alaska Legal Services Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Admitted to practice law in Alaska or admitted to practice in another state and eligible for an Alaska Bar Rule 43 waiver
Computer proficiency (Windows operating system, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Internet, e-mail and data entry)
Experience in working with individuals experiencing trauma, and physical and mental disabilities

Job Responsibility

Serve clients experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking
Appear in state and tribal court civil proceedings involving family law, housing, consumer protection, public benefits, and health care
Help develop new alternative dispute resolution options appropriate for trauma survivors
Work as part of a three-person team including a legal advocate and counselor

What we offer

Generous benefits and leave package
Partial reimbursement of relocation expenses
Personal leave begins at six weeks per year
15 paid holidays observed

Fulltime

Probate & Estate Planning Attorney

The Attorney position is a permanent opportunity in the Modesto, California, are...

Location

United States , Modesto

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Licensed attorney
Analyze and summarize legal documents
Correspond with clients and opposing counsel
Supporting attorneys and staff within the practice groups department
Legal research and drafting of a wide range of legal documents
Must possess analytical, legal research and writing skills
Ability to thrive in a high-paced environment, requiring exceptional organizational skills, juggling client matters, and adhering to strict deadlines
Adeptness in estate planning
Comprehensive knowledge of Probate
Strong familiarity with Probate Litigation

Job Responsibility

Analyze and summarize legal documents
Correspond with clients and opposing counsel
Supporting attorneys and staff within the practice groups department
Legal research and drafting of a wide range of legal documents

What we offer

Competitive base salary
Bonus potential
Benefits package
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

New

Legal Administrator/HR Director

Our client, the Denver office of a large Law Firm is looking for a 10 plus years...

Location

United States , Denver

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A minimum of 10 years of experience in HR leadership, administrative management, or legal operations
Expertise in HRIS systems, including implementation and ongoing use
Strong knowledge of benefits administration, including payroll and insurance programs
Proven ability to manage and lead teams effectively
Familiarity with legal processes and compliance requirements
Exceptional organizational and communication skills
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
advanced degree preferred

Job Responsibility

Partner with the office leadership to oversee the daily operations of their offices
Foster positive relationships with attorneys and staff
Supervise, recruit, and hire support staff
Assist with attorney recruiting
Benefits administration
Financial management
Office operations
Direct the development of best practices for staffing models
Manage legal support services
Engage in recruiting, orientation, training, development, workflow, employee performance management, and problem resolution

What we offer

Excellent benefits
Pay
Discretionary bonus
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Staff Attorney

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Chicago

Category:
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Contract Type:
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Salary:

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Job Posted:
January 16, 2026

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