STAFF ATTORNEY: EDUCATION (Springfield)
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.
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
Benefits
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.