Staff Attorney – Eviction Prevention Unit, Tri-Cities, WA
Northwest Justice Project (NJP) is a not-for-profit statewide law firm that pursues its mission of Combating Injustice • Strengthening Communities • Protecting Human Dignity through legal representation, community partnerships, and education.
NJP seeks applications from qualified attorneys committed to supporting our mission through the work of our statewide Eviction Prevention Unit (EPU). NJP seeks to fill an upcoming vacancy in the EPU. This position will work out of NJP’s Kennewick Office, and will provide Right to Counsel representation primarily in Benton, Franklin, Walla Walla, and Columbia counties, as well as back-up coverage in other regions if needed. NJP is especially 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.
Starting salary is based upon years of experience, with an annual salary range of $73,142 to $133,712. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes 100% paid employee health premiums and significant premium shares for family health premiums, as well as generous time off.