Bankruptcy-General Attorney / Tax - General Attorney in Manassas, VA

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Manassas, VA

Bankruptcy-General Attorney / Tax - General Attorney in Manassas, VA

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Benefits include premium
healthcare insurance, a retirement plan with company contribution, generous
leave options (including paid parental leave), a flexible hybrid work model,
student loan repayment assistance for attorneys, and more!
JOB TITLE: Bankruptcy and Tax Staff Attorney
EXPERIENCE: Prior bankruptcy or tax experience or participation in law
school LITC or Bankruptcy Clinic, preferred.
SALARY: Starting salary commensurate with qualifications and experience,
based on legal aid pay scale ($65,000-$74,000 per year).
Department: Legal Services
Organization: Legal Services of Northern Virginia
H1: Join Our Team at Legal Services of Northern Virginia - Bankruptcy and Tax Staff Attorney Position
H2: Benefits and How to Apply - Become Our Bankruptcy and Tax Staff Attorney

Join Our Team at Legal Services of Northern Virginia - Bankruptcy and Tax Staff Attorney Position

Benefits and How to Apply - Become Our Bankruptcy and Tax Staff Attorney

Job Title: Bankruptcy and Tax Staff Attorney
Experience: Prior bankruptcy or tax experience or participation in law school LITC or Bankruptcy Clinic, preferred.
Salary: Starting salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, based on legal aid pay scale ($65,000-$74,000 per year).

Legal Services of Northern Virginia is seeking a dedicated and passionate Bankruptcy and Tax Staff Attorney to join our team. We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In addition to a fulfilling career, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including premium healthcare insurance, a retirement plan with company contribution, generous leave options (including paid parental leave), a flexible hybrid work model, student loan repayment assistance for attorneys, and more!

How to Apply:
To join our team, please email your cover letter and resume, detailing your interest in the position, to Crystal Luu-Murdock, Human Resources Manager, at . Explore other career opportunities with us online at .

Essential Functions:
As a Bankruptcy and Tax Staff Attorney, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards for individual client representation and a commitment to the principles of equal justice and advocacy for low-income persons within the substantive area of practice. Your role will involve splitting your time between Chapter 7 bankruptcy work and Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) work. This is a hybrid position which can be based at any of our office locations in Virginia, with availability for occasional evening and weekend commitments outside of regular business hours.

Qualifications:
• Must be licensed with the Virginia State Bar or eligible to take Virginia Bar Exam.
• Must become member of the United States District Court for the Eastern/Western District of Virginia, United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern/Western District of Virginia, and the United States Tax Court.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Obtain annual IRS tax preparation certification through the VITA or TaxAide program to independently prepare tax returns within LITC guidelines.
• Bilingual ability (English plus either Spanish, Korean, or Arabic), preferred but not required.
• Prior bankruptcy or tax experience or participation in law school LITC or Bankruptcy Clinic, preferred.

Compensation:
Starting salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, based on legal aid pay scale ($65,000-$74,000 per year).

Organization: Legal Services of Northern Virginia
Department: Legal Services

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- Join Our Team and Make a Meaningful Impact as a Bankruptcy and Tax Staff Attorney
- Comprehensive Benefits Package and Flexible Work Model Available
- Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion
- Essential Functions and Qualifications for Bankruptcy and Tax Staff Attorney Position
- Become Part of Legal Services of Northern Virginia's Mission to Provide Equal Justice for Low-Income Persons