Other Attorney in Fresno, CA

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Fresno, CA

Other Attorney in Fresno, CA

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, depending on experience and qualifications. Generous benefits package includes medical, dental, and life insurance, as well as retirement benefits.



SEO-Friendly Job Title: Health Consumer Team Staff Attorney at CCLS

H1: Join Our Team as a Health Consumer Team Staff Attorney at CCLS
H2: Make a Difference in Your Community with CCLS

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

- CCLS has been advocating for low-income individuals in Central California for over 50 years
- Mission is to provide high-quality, no-cost civil legal services to low-income individuals and families
- Focus on systems-changing advocacy, client education, and meeting individual clients' immediate needs
- Collaborate with agencies and community organizations to support clients in creating change

JOB DESCRIPTION

- Seeking a full-time Staff Attorney to work with the Health Consumer Center
- Provide advice, counsel, and representation to clients dealing with health systems and agencies

DUTIES

- Work with CCLS advocates to provide high-quality legal representation to clients
- Develop and maintain relationships with client groups and community-based service providers
- Identify and analyze systemic issues through individual and impact casework
- Participate in planning and strategy meetings with project partners and statewide networks of Legal Aid advocates
- Attend weekly case review meetings and stay updated on changes in the law
- Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

- Member in good standing of the State Bar of California or eligible to practice under the Registered Legal Services Attorney Program
- Experience working with low-income clients and collaborating with diverse groups
- Ability to effectively communicate with clients with communication barriers
- Previous experience with Legal Aid or non-profit legal services is desirable
- Bilingual ability in Hmong/English or Spanish/English is strongly preferred
- Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure, on a team or independently, and a passion for the work
- Commitment to client rights and empowerment
- Must pass a background check with the California Department of Managed Health Care
- Ability to travel as needed and proof of liability and property insurance on vehicle used

CCLS is an equal opportunity employer and values equity, inclusion, and diversity in all aspects. We encourage all interested individuals to apply. This position is subject to a Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Salary Information:

- $68,133 to $92,703 per year, depending on experience and qualifications
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance, as well as retirement benefits

H2: Join Our Team as a Health Consumer Team Staff Attorney at CCLS

Bold Headline: Make a Difference in Your Community with CCLS

Organization: CCLS

Job Title: Health Consumer Team Staff Attorney

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Central California

Experience: Experience working with low-income clients, collaborating with diverse groups, and connecting with community leaders

Salary: $68,133 to $92,703 per year, depending on experience and qualifications

Benefits: Medical, dental, and life insurance, as well as retirement benefits

Duties:

- Provide high-quality legal representation to clients consistent with CCLS program priorities
- Develop and maintain relationships with client groups and community-based service providers
- Identify and analyze systemic issues through individual and impact casework
- Participate in planning and strategy meetings with project partners and statewide networks of Legal Aid advocates
- Attend weekly case review meetings and stay updated on changes in the law
- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

- Member in good standing of the State Bar of California or eligible to practice under the Registered Legal Services Attorney Program
- Experience working with low-income clients and collaborating with diverse groups
- Ability to effectively communicate with clients with communication barriers
- Previous experience with Legal Aid or non-profit legal services is desirable
- Bilingual ability in Hmong/English or Spanish/English is strongly preferred
- Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure, on a team or independently, and a passion for the work
- Commitment to client rights and empowerment
- Must pass a background check with the California Department of Managed Health Care
- Ability to travel as needed and proof of liability and property insurance on vehicle used

CCLS is an equal opportunity employer and values equity, inclusion, and diversity in all aspects. We encourage all interested individuals to apply. This position is subject to a Collective Bargaining Agreement.