The Community Health Law Project (CHLP) seeks full-time Attorneys for its Bloomfield and Elizabeth, New Jersey regional offices. The Attorneys will provide representation in landlord/tenant matters, public benefits matters, family law matters, consumer issues and guardianships, among other civil legal matters.
CHLP is a New Jersey statewide non-profit organization that provides legal services and advocacy to low-income individuals living with disabilities, chronic health conditions, and the frail elderly. CHLP provides assistance in a number of areas including, but not limited to, landlord-tenant matters, Social Security Disability Insurance, Supplemental Security Income, Medicaid/Medicare, Welfare/SNAP benefits, family law, consumer law, guardianships, and home care issues involving private duty nursing and personal care assistance.
CHLP offers a supportive environment where you can work with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking and expand your capabilities.
Qualifications:
▪ JD degree from an ABA accredited law school
▪ Licensed to practice in New Jersey
▪ Excellent legal analysis, written and oral advocacy skills
▪ Demonstrated interest in legal issues affecting people with disabilities
▪ Experience preferred
Salary and Benefits:
▪ Salary is commensurate with experience ($75,000 – $90,000)
▪ Comprehensive health and dental insurance among other benefits
▪ Generous leave time
How to Apply:
▪ Email cover letter, resume, references and preferred office location to:
Sean Benoit, Esq., Director of Litigation, at SBenoit@chlp.org
Josue Serrano, Senior Manager, Contracts and Development, at JSerrano@chlp.org
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