Staff Attorney

The Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati and its affiliate Legal Aid Society of Southwest Ohio, LLC have immediate openings for full-time attorneys in our Hamilton and Cincinnati offices.

Legal Aid is a non-profit law firm dedicated to reducing poverty and ensuring family stability through effective legal assistance. Legal Aid provides civil legal services in Brown, Butler, Clermont, Clinton, Hamilton, Highland, and Warren Counties in Southwest Ohio.

Position Description

Our attorneys provide a full range of legal services to our client community with emphasis on representation in court and administrative hearings. We participate with nonprofit agencies and other groups to stabilize families and improve systems affecting low-income people. Legal Aid has four practice groups: Housing and Consumer; Income, Work, and Health; Family and Immigration – including domestic violence cases; and Children & Education. Staff attorneys usually work in two areas of practice. If you want to make a difference in our community through dedicated service to achieve equal justice for all, we want to hear from you.

Visit our website: lascinti.org

Qualifications

Applicants must be admitted to practice law in Ohio, be licensed in another state and eligible for temporary admission or be registered for the July 2026 Ohio Bar Exam. Additional requirements include:

Experience advocating for the interests of low-income clients
Strong academic record
Excellent organization, writing, and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to handle a demanding workload
Creativity and problem-solving skills
Reliable transportation to serve clients in a seven-county service area

Compensation and Benefits

Annual salary is $75,748 or more, depending on experience. The Legal Aid Society offers an excellent benefit package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, pension, and generous PTO.

Application Process

Applicants should submit all items listed below via Legal Aid’s ADP platform: http://bitly.info/job

a cover letter explaining the reasons for your interest,
your resume,
law school transcript,
a writing sample, and
the contact information for three professional references.

Interviews will be arranged by Legal Aid Society. Please do not call.

The Legal Aid Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Legal Aid offers reasonable accommodations in the hiring and employment process. If you need assistance, you may request an accommodation.

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