Staff Attorney

Kansas Legal Services seeks a Kansas-licensed staff attorney to practice general poverty law representing low-income Kansans. Casework will focus on solving civil, legal problems that will increase the social and economic stability of the individual. The primary focus practice area is debt collection, with an emphasis on medical debts. Experience with debt collection cases is preferred. The office serves Wyandotte and surrounding counties.

KLS offers a professional and friendly work environment with integrity as our guiding principle. We are an equal opportunity employer with recruitment efforts focused on ensuring a diverse workforce.

The qualified candidate must have the following: a Kansas law license; excellent written and oral communication skills; and a desire and commitment to assist in the delivery of high-quality legal assistance to low-income people. Legal experience of 1-3 years preferred.

Excellent paid employee benefits include: 13 paid holidays, extensive sick/vacation time, health, dental and life insurance, long term disability insurance, paid medical leave, malpractice insurance, bar dues, CLE and paid parking.

KLS is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness; and eligible to apply for loan repayment assistance through Legal Service Corporation’s Loan Repayment Assistance Program.

Minimum salary for this position is $65,000/year with adjustments made based on experience.

Email a resume and three professional references to:

• Alexandra English, Managing Attorney, englisha@klsinc.org
• For more information see website: www.kansaslegalservices.org
• EEO & Affirmative Action Employer

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person