Attorney – Parkersburg, WV
Do you want to make an impact in the lives of people? Legal Aid of West Virginia (LAWV), the state’s primary provider of civil legal aid, is seeking a skilled, motivated attorney to help change the lives of vulnerable clients.
STAFF ATTORNEY
(Exempt Employee)
Purpose of Job:
To provide high quality legal advice, representation, professional advocacy and other appropriate legal services for low-income clients. As an Attorney in our office, you will get the opportunity to practice regularly in magistrate, family, and circuit court. The main areas of practice will include housing, family law, unemployment, custody, benefits, and domestic violence. You will be on the front lines helping clients in a holistic manner. Service includes in-court representation, legal advice and information, community education, and assistance with filling out forms. We also work closely with several community partners.
Scope of Responsibility:
Work performed in the office setting, in the courts, in administrative law proceedings, and in the community.
Besides being Wood County’s most populous city and seat of government, Parkersburg is also its oldest settlement. Greater Parkersburg features some of the best mountain biking, hiking trails, and motorcycle routes in the country — not to mention scenic kayaking on the Ohio River. So, fill your adventurous spirit and hit the water, or hike, bike, and ride through our curvy, breathtaking Appalachian hills on an outdoor adventure that’s all your own. Step into the past at the Blennerhassett Museum of Regional History, featuring a collection of local artifacts, portraits, and a display about the lives of the Blennerhassett family. Henderson Hall is a living legacy of the pioneers and patriots who walked its halls through an unbroken chain of five generations. Or cross the river into Marietta to tour the Campus Martius Museum and soak up more than 200 years of history focused on the Northwest Territory. Parkersburg, WV is the place to see!
Did we mention Legal Aid is a great place to work? Colleagues are friendly and supportive, and mentoring is encouraged. Not only is our work personally rewarding, but Legal Aid offers a great family friendly work environment and excellent benefit package which includes competitively affordable medical, dental and life insurance, paid CLE’s, retirement and paid leave. Finally, we are an organization dedicated to equity, justice and inclusion and our organization culture reflects that by seeking and supporting employees from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. EOE qualified women, people with disabilities (including lived recovery experience), minorities, or members of traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
If you are passionate about serving others and want to do rewarding work, please send your cover letter and resume to Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
LAWV is an organization dedicated to equity, justice and inclusion. Our organization seeks and supports employees from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. LAWV is an EOE: qualified women, people with disabilities, minorities, or members of traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.