CLA seeks a staff attorney to work in its education law unit. The attorney will be based in CLA's Springfield office and will assist at-risk students with cases involving Individualized Education Programs, school discipline (including suspensions and expulsions), language access, and other issues specifically affecting low-income students. The attorney may also assist children with disabilities seeking to obtain or maintain benefits from the Social Security Administration, with a focus on cases at the reconsideration and appeal levels. The attorney will conduct community outreach and education and may assist in the preparation of periodic grant reports.
QUALIFICATIONS:- Recent law school graduates and more experienced attorneys are eligible to apply.
- Experience in education law preferred, as is fluency in Spanish.
- Demonstrated experience working with diverse communities, strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to work in a collaborative setting are important.
COMPENSATION: - The starting salary for this position is $73,000, which is based on a union scale and adjusted upward depending on experience to a maximum of $109,000.
- CLA offers a very generous benefits package that includes:
- 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; and relocation stipend.
- CLA has a hybrid work environment and requires advocates to work in their assigned office at least three days per week.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Please submit your resume and cover letter online on our website. Alternatively, you can mail your application to Alicia Vaughan, Community Legal Aid, 370 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608.
