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Robert Half Attorney/Lawyer in Scottsbluff, Nebraska
Description
Our client is looking for an Attorney who will be at the forefront of championing the rights of migrant and agricultural workers. You'll provide expert legal guidance and representation across a wide spectrum of issues, making a significant impact on the lives of those who need it most.
Responsibilities include:
• Providing information, advice, and representation on a variety of legal matters, including The Fair Labor Standards Act, the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act, the regulatory provisions of the H-2A agricultural worker visa program, employment discrimination, wage claims, employment issues, housing issues, benefits issues, and other state and federal laws.
• Collaborating with agencies serving migrant and agricultural workers
• Creating and delivering educational and informational materials
• Conducting outreach to partners and workers
• Maintaining an active caseload and conducting litigation at various court levels
• Building strong relationships within the community
• Staying up to date with all applicable laws and regulations
• Participating in training and seminars
• Utilizing computer skills for efficient data management and legal research
• Helping clients achieve self-sufficiency in line with our Mission Statement
What We're Looking For:
• Admitted to and in good standing with the Nebraska State Bar (or admission imminent.)
• Present ability (or willingness to develop) to manage a typical Legal Aid caseload involving significant litigation.
• A willingness to develop specialized knowledge of laws related to migrant and agricultural workers.
• 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 people in the client community.
• Ability to work effectively with other members of the firm.
• Willingness to participate in the local bar and community.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills are strongly preferred.
• Experience working with migrant and/or agricultural workers is strongly preferred.
This practice area is experience is not required for this position. If you are interested and an entry level attorney, please do apply. If you are interested in this practice area, pleases send your resume for immediate consideration to Recruiting Manager, amy.thomas@roberthalf[dot][com].
Requirements Case Management Software, Legal software, LexisNexis, Management System, Briefing, Civil Litigation, Claim Administration, Complaint Handling, Documentation, Agriculture Law, Litigation, Employment Law - Employee
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