SALA provides free legal assistance to low-income people over nine counties and 11 Indian
Reservations in Southeastern Arizona. The attorney assigned to the Casa Grande office will make regular
appearances in Pinal County Superior Court, the county’s Justice Court precincts, and various administrative
tribunals. Travel to meet with clients and appear at hearings across the county is required. Much of the work
involves landlord/tenant, family, and consumer law. The attorney will participate in community outreach at
locations throughout the county to increase public awareness of legal aid services. Casa Grande, located
halfway between Phoenix and Tucson, is a vibrant, multicultural city offering a family-oriented environment
with easy access to urban amenities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
1. Applicants must be a member of the Arizona Bar or be willing to take the next bar exam. Applicants
licensed at least two years in another jurisdiction may practice by special rule, Ariz. R. Sup. Ct. 38.
Criminal background check required.
2. Applicants should have zero to five years’ experience, including internships and third-year practice
under the supervision of a licensed attorney.
3. Applicants must exhibit a high degree of sensitivity to the problems of the low-income community
and be able to work with low income and community groups. They should have initiative, good
communication skills, and the ability to work well in a multi-cultural setting
4. Applicants should be knowledgeable in general civil practice on behalf of the low-income
community. Spanish fluency is helpful.
COMPENSATION
Salary range $58,656 – $101,915 DOE; Up to five percent additional compensation to
individuals fluent in Spanish. Payment of bar exam and admission fees for those not yet admitted. Student loan
repayment assistance. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility. Excellent benefits package including
health insurance, disability insurance, and pension plan. Excellent work/life balance with thirty-five-hour
workweeks and generous leave provisions
EOE
SALA is committed to equal employment opportunities for all workers, regardless of race, gender,
disability or other protected class status. SALA is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local
anti-discrimination laws and regulations. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply.
CONTACT
Hiring Committee
Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc.
2343 E. Broadway Blvd, Suite 200; Tucson AZ 85719-6007
(520) 623-9465 / Fax: (520) 594-6554
Email: salahr@sazlegalaid.org
DEADLINE
Open until filled. Submit cover letter, resume, writing sample and three references.