Jobs
"Working in the public interest you have a singular ability to
stand up for society's vulnerable and under-represented and pursue the
ideal of equal justice."
- John Keller, Supervising Attorney, LANC-Wilson
Office
[From:
"Duke Law Inspires Alumnus to Pursue Poverty
Law Practice," Duke
Law Magazine, Spring 2003]
LANC Job Postings - current
opportunities
LANC Fellowships and
Internships
About North Carolina...
About Loan Repayment
Assistance Programs (LRAPs)...
LANC selected for
"2006
Balanced Life Workplace Award"
by NC Association of Women Attorneys (NCAWA)
Legal Aid of North Carolina regularly lists job postings to seek
qualified professionals who are interested in and concerned for the
problems of low-income people. Job applicants must demonstrate an energetic
commitment to justice for low-income individuals and an ability to relate
effectively to diverse clients. Interviews are typically performed at
the office for which the position is available; however, preliminary
interviews may take place at remote locations such as during on-campus
interviews.
Legal Aid of North Carolina also partners with law schools to provide opportunities
for law students and recent law school graduates. Interviews are typically
conducted each year on campus at local and regional law schools.
Fellowships and Internships
LANC also offers various
fellowship and internship
opportunities.
About Legal Aid of North Carolina (LANC)
Legal Aid of North Carolina is
a nonprofit, 501(c)3 law firm that provides free legal services in civil
matters to those whose income falls below 125% of the federal poverty
guidelines. Legal Aid of North Carolina operates in all 100 counties through 24
geographically based
offices and also operates
six,
statewide project
units that focus on special areas of the law. As a statewide, diverse
program, Legal Aid of North Carolina's staff includes multiple attorneys with 10+
years of experience as legal service advocates. Legal Aid of North Carolina is committed
to strong support and mentoring of its entire staff. Legal Aid of North Carolina
advocates are encouraged to develop effective working relations with
community organizations and client groups and to pursue issues of special
interest that will strengthen their ability to serve clients.
*Legal Aid of North Carolina is an equal opportunity employer.*
Minorities, women, the elderly and the disabled are encouraged
to apply.
Disclaimer
The materials contained on this website are for information and educational
purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Please contact your
Legal Aid of North Carolina office or a private attorney if you need to speak to
an attorney regarding your particular situation. See our complete
disclaimer.
Mission Statement
Legal Aid of North Carolina is a statewide, nonprofit law firm that
provides free legal services in civil matters to low-income people in
order to ensure equal access to justice and to remove legal barriers
to economic opportunity.