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Renter Staff Attorney

Tribal Survivors Legal Project · Helena, MT 59625

# Renter Staff Attorney **Tribal Survivors Legal Project** · Helena, MT 59625 · `On-site` 🕒 **Статус:** *Опубликовано: сегодня* · *Источник: Indeed* --- ### About the Role Advocate for low-income people across Montana, offering support, information, and referrals to applicants for services, clients, and the general public. Join Montana Legal Services Association and make justice possible. You’ll enjoy Montana’s outdoor lifestyle while representing those without a voice in our civil legal system. MLSA is a progressive Montana non-profit law firm. We offer our staff challenging and fulfilling work, where you can go home each day knowing you made a tangible difference. MLSA provides a supportive and collegial work environment, a healthy work-life balance, and a generous benefits package. Who We Are: MLSA is committed to the idea that equal justice under the law is a right, not a privilege. We are zealous advocates for Montanans who struggle to make ends meet and deserve their day in court. - Our attorneys have pursued impact litigation all the way to Montana’s Supreme Court, helping to level the playing field for all Montanans. - Our staff works with clients statewide and within Montana’s Tribal Courts. - We are nationally recognized for our forward-thinking approach to civil legal aid and for our use of technology to advance the cause of justice for all in Montana. The Position: We’re looking for a Renter Attorney to be based in MLSA’s Helena office. We are also willing to consider a remote option. The pay range is $68,000 - $80,000 depending on experience. - MLSA has a full-time, 35 hour work week. - MLSA offers company-paid health, dental, vision and life insurance; an educational loan repayment assistance program; a 403(b) retirement plan; and eligibility for a health reimbursement or health savings account with MLSA contributing $1,600 each year. - We also offer a generous paid leave package, including annual leave, sick leave, and a wellness leave program. - And if you move from another town in Montana to join us, we offer up to $500 for relocation reimbursement (or $1,000 if you move from out of state). Requirements: ● Juris Doctor (JD) degree. ● Admission to the Montana Bar or ability to obtain admission. ● Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills. ● Enthusiasm for and commitment to serving low-income, rural, and underserved populations ensuring equal access to justice. ● A willingness to assume a varied case load. ● Ability and willingness to learn and integrate new technologies and methodologies to efficiently perform responsibilities. ● A willingness to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, the public, judges, court personnel, project partners and the bar. ● Ability to travel in state and outside Montana, occasionally overnight. Specific Duties: · Interview, meet with, advise, and represent eligible clients on civil matters. · Develop and maintain specialized knowledge of housing law and general poverty law issues. · Compose correspondence, pleadings and other documents. · Research the law and prepare memoranda. - Provide services ranging from brief counsel and advice, to more extended representation on housing issues affecting MLSA clients. The Location: Helena : Montana’s capital city, centrally located for a wide variety of outdoor adventures. Helena offers over 80 miles of hiking trails accessible from downtown and its nationally recognized mountain biking trail system offers a full range of expert to family-friendly rides. Cross-country ski trails abound and the local downhill ski area is just 23 miles from Helena and boasts affordable lift tickets, short lift lines, and night skiing on Fridays. Home of the Archie Bray Foundation, Helena Symphony, and many other theaters and museums gives Helena the title, #1 small arts community in the country. Our Helena office is a short walk to Downtown Helena and the Great Northern Town Center featuring great local coffee shops, eateries, craft breweries, a wine bar, a distillery, and handmade ice cream. Why Should You Apply? - Live your values and put your passion or degree to work by advocating for people who deserve a voice in our legal system. - Great benefits, generous leave, and competitive pay. - Access to free CLE seminars and opportunities to attend national conferences and trainings. - The chance to hone your skills in a friendly and supportive work environment. How to Apply: . Screening of applicants is ongoing and the position will remain open until filled. The priority deadline for applications is August 28,2026. All applicants must apply though our BambooHR career site here - https://montanalegalservices.bamboohr.com/careers/126?source=aWQ9MTg%3D General Link if needed: Visit our website, mtlsa.org to learn more about MLSA, our staff, and the work we do. Pay: $68,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year Benefits: - 401(k) - 401(k) matching - 403(b) - Dental insurance - 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 - Retirement plan - Tuition reimbursement - Vision insurance Work Location: Hybrid remote in Helena, MT 59625

Наблюдалась 2026-10-20, впервые 2026-10-19, источник — Indeed.

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