Youth and Family Staff Attorney

Youth and Family Staff Attorney

Position Type: Regular FullTime Exempt

Location: Minneapolis MN 55403

Introduction:

MMLA is seeking a dedicated individual to be part of our dynamic team. If youre ready to contribute your skills and compassion to meaningful work we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

The successful candidate will work fully in the office during the training period to ensure comprehensive onboarding and integration into our processes. Upon completion of training a hybrid work model will be offered allowing for a mix of inoffice and remote work.

Whats in it for you

• We believe in worklife harmony. This role offers the flexibility to blend remote work with inoffice collaboration.
• On Fridays the office closes at noon and employees enjoy a halfday of paid flex time.
• MMLA provides onthejob training and mentorship with opportunities for growth within the organization.

Why MMLA

• Were not just ticking boxes. Were genuinely committed to diversity. Bring your unique identity experiences and perspectiveswe want them all!
• Our mission Equal justice for all. In your cover letter tell us how your background can amplify this cause. Lets change our lives together.
• Discrimination and harassment have no place here. Were building a respectful supportive workplace where everyone thrives.
• Diversity equity and inclusion are core values for MidMinnesota Legal Aid and it is critical that we incorporate these values into all aspects of our work. We recognize the particular and highly detrimental impact of racism and of Minnesotas racial disparities on MMLAs clients and staff. We therefore devote special attention to issues of racial justice.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide legal assistance to youth who are homeless or at risk of homelessness regarding options for when they can no longer live at home minor consent to health care services access to education government benefits housing immigration and other civil legal matters.
• Represent clients in legal proceedings including negotiations mediations and court appearances.
• Meet clients in the community
• Community outreach to provide training and presentation on youth law issues.
• Collaborate with colleagues and community partners to address legal needs.
• Conduct legal research draft legal documents and represent clients in court.
• Advocate for clients rights and ensure access to justice.

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Other Characteristics

Knowledge

• Basic understanding of family law including child custody child support divorce and protection/harassment orders.
• Familiarity with local and state law regulations and procedures
• Knowledge of legal research methods and resources
• Familiarity with outside social service resources/providers to further assist clients in meeting their needs and bolstering their legal cases

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook)
• Excellent legal research and writing skills
• Understanding traumas impact on young peoples behavior and decisionmaking
• Ability to communicate sensitively and build trust with clients who may have experienced abuse neglect or other traumatic events
• Communicate and explain complex legal concepts to clients using plain language

Abilities

• Handle emotionally charged situations with empathy and professionalism
• Being sensitive to cultural differences
• Patience and empathy

Other characteristics

• 05 years of experience as a licensed and working attorney
• Experience working with youth and vulnerable adults

Required Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook)
• Dedication to mission and values of MMLA
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Minnesota registered to take the July 2025 MN Bar exam or eligible to admission by reciprocity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 35 years of experience as a practicing attorney

• Spanish as a second language

• Experience working with youth and vulnerable adults
• Experience providing support advocacy or counseling to individuals who have experienced abuse or violence
• Experienced serving indigent populations and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds

Compensation Information:

• $80000 to $87273 per year depending on experience plus benefits. Benefits include family medical and dental insurance short and longterm disability life insurance 403(b) with employer match FSA employee assistance programs and generous paid time off.

Application Submission:

• Interested applicants should submit their resume cover letter and references athttps://mylegalaid/employment/ by 04/16/2025.

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MidMinnesota Legal Aid is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The terms and conditions of employment including wages benefits and job security may vary based on union status. Positions within our organization may be governed by collective bargaining agreements and union representation while others are not.