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Handles a caseload: 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, including, but not limited to preparation of pleadings, research, discovery, negotiations, settlement, litigation, and appeal, if appropriate and approved; educates clients regarding their legal options and the consequences of each, as well as processes and procedures involved in representing the client's interests.
Required Education:
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Required Licenses:
Licensed to practice law in the State of Nebraska and member in good standing of the Nebraska Bar Association.
Desired Abilities & Qualifications:
• Ability to communicate in a language other than English spoken by significant numbers of clients.
• Relevant experience in poverty law, with a legal aid program, or serving the client community in a way related to legal services.
Required Abilities & Qualifications:
• Admitted to and in good standing with the Nebraska State Bar (or admission imminent.)
• Present ability (or willingness to develop) to manage a typical LAN caseload involving significant litigation.
• A commitment to provide legal services to the low-income citizens of Nebraska.
• Awareness of the legal problems and needs of low-income Nebraskans.
• Ability to communicate with persons in the client community.
• Ability to work effectively with other members of the firm.
• Willingness to participate in the local bar and community.
