Staff Attorney – Eviction Prevention Unit – Yakima

About the role

NJP seeks applications from qualified attorneys committed to supporting our mission through the work of our statewide Eviction Prevention Unit (EPU). This full-time position is part of the statewide Eviction Prevention Unit (EPU) and reports to the EPU Central Region Managing Attorney. The EPU Staff Attorney will work out of NJP’s Yakima office and will primarily serve Yakima and Kittitas counties although coverage may be required in surrounding areas or statewide (through remote appearances or travel if necessary).

Responsibilities

• Advocate for tenants facing eviction in Yakima and Kittitas counties.
• Provide legal representation in Superior Court and other relevant forums.
• Collaborate with community partners to address housing insecurity.
• Engage with clients and community members to understand their needs and advocate for solutions.
• Travel between counties and represent in different courts as needed.
• Use reliable transportation to travel to courthouses within a region.

Requirements

• Washington State Bar Association membership in good standing, the ability to acquire membership through admission by motion, or ability to take the next Washington bar exam.
• Litigation experience, with particular experience in Superior Court, tenant rights, and on matters related to housing.
• Experience in substantive areas, including housing, consumer issues, personal and family safety, or other legal issues that affect low-income communities.
• Demonstrated experience and/or connection to NJP’s client communities.
• Culturally competent and committed to working with low-income client communities, communities of color, limited English speakers, and persons with disabilities.
• Proficiency in a language other than English utilized by our client population (including but not limited to Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, and Russian).

Qualifications

NJP is interested in qualified candidates with professional, personal, and/or service experience that allows them to contribute to and support the legal aid community’s commitment to race equity. Candidates must be willing to be engaged with the community to be served.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes 100% paid employee health premiums and significant premium shares for family health premiums, as well as generous time off.

Pay

Starting salary is based upon years of experience, with an annual salary range of $83,548 to $146,692.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Contact Information

Please send your cover letter, resume, and writing sample to [email protected] Please reference Staff Attorney EPU Yakima in your e-mail subject line.