Staff Attorney - Native American Program (NAPOLS)

About the role

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) seeks a Staff Attorney for its Native American Program (NAPOLS), located in Pendleton, Oregon. This position is eligible for a partial remote work option.

Background

Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is a non-profit organization that represents income-eligible clients in civil cases. LASO's eight regional offices serve the income-eligible population in a variety of practice areas throughout the state, with three specialized statewide programs that provide services to income-eligible taxpayers, farmworkers and representation specific to the Native American community through the Native American Program (NAPOLS). LASO’s mission is to provide effective, high-quality legal services and it is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. LASO upholds anti-oppressive language and behavior organizationally and in community.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a varied caseload, with an emphasis on providing advice and counsel, brief service, limited advocacy, or full representation to eligible Tribal members of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, in Tribal, state and federal courts, and administrative agencies, as well as outreach and community education, in-person and in virtual formats.
• The types of cases that this position may handle include the following: Public and Tribal Benefits; child dependency and parental rights; family law; domestic violence protective orders; housing; consumer law and debtor rights; and other areas as the needs arise.
• Communicate with team members, community members, Clients, other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to and experience working in Indian Country or with Native American communities.
• Knowledge of federal Indian law, tribal law, and state law as it relates to Native people.
• Experience and/or knowledge in one or more of the areas of law listed in the Responsibilities section.
• Experience working in a Native American legal aid program or a similar setting is preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Culturally responsive and trauma-informed approach to client service and team leadership.
• Ability to be self-directed, proactive, and to work independently.

Salary/Benefits

Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $66,200 – 73,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $75,200 – 81,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $82,700 - $105,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.

Closing Date

Open until filled. Review of resumes beginning May 15, 2026.

To Apply

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter (3 pages or less), which includes a description of your interest in this position and/or NAPOLS and on how you meet the qualifications for this position, as set forth in the “Responsibilities” and “Qualifications” sections of this job posting.

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