Staff Attorney

About the Role

Connecticut Legal Rights Project (CLRP) is seeking a Connecticut-licensed attorney with a demonstrated interest in public interest law to represent patients at state-operated facilities in Middletown, Bridgeport, New Haven, and Hartford. This position requires an in-person presence on most days and may involve statewide travel based on organizational needs.

CLRP is a statewide non-profit organization that provides legal assistance to low-income adults with mental health conditions, focusing on their treatment and civil rights. The role involves representing clients on locked units at state-operated psychiatric hospitals, advocating for their expressed preferences, and handling case analysis, litigation, and strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Provide zealous advocacy for clients in state-operated psychiatric facilities.
• Conduct case analysis, litigation, and strategic decision-making in collaboration with CLRP’s legal director.
• Prioritize and manage workload, including representation in state and federal court.
• Document legal work through efficient data entry.
• Maintain attention to detail and demonstrate excellent writing and advocacy skills.

Requirements

• Active license to practice law in Connecticut.
• Demonstrated interest in public interest law.

Benefits

• Generous paid leave.
• Choice between a high-deductible HSA plan (premium fully paid by CLRP) or a PPO plan (premium partially paid by CLRP).
• Reimbursement for health insurance obtained elsewhere.
• Option to purchase dental insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Loan repayment assistance.