Northwestern Legal Services is seeking qualified and diverse applicants for one full-time Staff Attorney position in our Erie, PA office. 

We are a PA non-profit legal aid organization providing free legal services to low-income people with civil legal issues in the 10 NW counties of PA. Caseload to include domestic violence, family law, public benefits, housing, and other areas of civil public interest law.  The Erie office primarily covers cases in Erie county, but some travel may be required from time to time. Extensive training provided. 

Applicants must be admitted or eligible to practice law in PA, or have plans to take or have recently passed the PA bar exam to be considered.  

Starting salary range for 0-3 yrs experience is $65,000-$67,000.  We offer EXTENSIVE benefits and perks while emphasizing a healthy work/home life balance. Potential loan repayment assistance is available for qualifying loans. Employment qualifies for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. 

We are an EEO Employer dedicated to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion principles and policies.

Applicants must email, fax, or mail a detailed cover letter, resume, references, and brief writing sample to contact@nwls.org to be considered.
 

Northwestern Legal Services
1001 State Street, Suite 700
Erie, PA  16501
www.nwls.org
(814) 452-8145 - Fax

No Phone Calls Please