Staff Attorney

Westside Justice Center

Attorney providing legal representation and counsel at Westside Justice Center. Advancing justice and equity for underserved communities through various litigation and outreach initiatives.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $65,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates legal expertise with a focus on client representation, advocacy, and training within underserved communities. Proficient in project management and effective communication, ensuring clarity and compassion in legal consultations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Licensed To Practice Law In IllinoisClient Interviewing SkillsProject ManagementCultural CompetencyOrganizational Skills

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Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

Industry Keywords

Legal RepresentationImpact LitigationAdministrative AdvocacyLegislative AdvocacyOutreach Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide legal representation, legal counsel, and referrals to eligible clients in a wide range of practice areas
Coordinate on-site legal clinics and intakes
Engage in impact litigation, administrative, and legislative advocacy
Assist in supervision and support of paralegals, interns, and volunteer attorneys
Prepare periodic reports for internal and external purposes
Provide legal consultation
Recruit, train and supervise volunteer attorneys
Collaborate with partner organizations for training and outreach presentations
Plan, implement and document outreach and training programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Licensed to practice law in Illinois
Excellent client interviewing skills
Outstanding interpersonal and presentation skills
Proven ability to explain complex legal situations compassionately and effectively to people in crisis
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both in writing and orally, to a wide variety of audiences
Ability to prioritize work
Skilled in project management
Ability to work in a fast-paced, self-directed environment
Ability to work well independently as well as a member of a team
Strong organizational skills and proven attention to detail
Cultural Competency
A deep commitment to WJC’s mission of advancing justice and equity for underserved communities.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) retirement plan