Description. The Lincoln Outreach Advocate/Paralegal works closely with Legal Aid of Nebraska’s Agricultural Worker Rights Program managing attorney, based in Lincoln, as well as with other attorneys and paralegals throughout Legal Aid of Nebraska’s service area. The Outreach Advocate/Paralegal primary responsibilities will include:. Providing case management and litigation support to attorneys litigating in Nebraska state and federal courts, including conducting client and witness interviews, investigations, freedom of information requests, preparation of affidavits and applications for reli... view job details
Description. For more than 50 years, Legal Aid of Nebraska has provided dignity, hope, self-sufficiency, and justice through quality civil legal services. That is the important job of Legal Aid of Nebraska. We are seeking a passionate and committed Housing Justice Project Staff Attorney to join our team. As a Housing Justice Project Staff Attorney, you will be responsible for providing effective and efficient representation of clients on housing issues. This work may include legal issues in the following areas: landlord/tenant; access to housing; longer-term housing recovery issues associated ... view job details
Description. GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION. Provide direct legal assistance to Native Americans in Eastern Nebraska, with a focus on Native American survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and sex trafficking.. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES. • Handles a case load: evaluates potential cases to determine acceptance and extent of representation; identifies and gathers other information to assist in determining case acceptance; formulates legal opinions and recommendations based on investigation, interviews and legal research; represents clients in all aspects of their cases, includ... view job details
Description. Legal Aid of Nebraska seeks a staff attorney for the REACH Initiative (Raising Effective Advocacy for Crime Victims Health and Safety). The position will be located in North Platte. REACH Initiative attorneys will bring legal services to communities in central and western Nebraska by providing a range of civil legal services to low-income victims of domestic violence, elder abuse and exploitation. The attorneys will travel regularly to rural communities to establish and maintain community partnerships, conduct community education, and provide quality civil legal services. Major Du... view job details