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.

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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. 

POSITION SUMMARY:

 Company Description

Cancer Family Care is a non-profit agency located in the Greater Cincinnati area dedicated to supporting individuals and families impacted by cancer. Through a compassionate approach, the organization offers professional individual and family counseling services along with additional support programs. Cancer Family Care is committed to enhancing the well-being and alleviating the suffering of children, adults, and families facing cancer. Their work creates a profound impact on the lives of the people they serve, fostering healing and resilience in the community.

Role Description

This is a full-time (32-40 hours) role for a Mental Health Therapist based in Cincinnati, OH. The therapist will provide individual and family counseling to clients impacted by cancer, develop treatment plans, and provide ongoing therapeutic support tailored to their unique needs. They will also be responsible for collaborating with other professionals to deliver holistic care and promote mental health and well-being in individuals and families. Active participation in trainings, team meetings, and community initiatives may also be part of the role. The position will be on-site at our Red Bank location and one day per week at our West Chester office. 

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Diagnostic Assessement and Treatment Planning
• Experience in Mental Health counseling
• Skills in multiple modalities and managing therapeutic relationships with clients
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and best practices in mental health care
• Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling
• Relevant licensure (e.g., LISW, LPCC or within one year of licensure) is required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Compassionate and empathetic approach, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000.00 - $68,000.00 annual based on licensure and experience 

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Pro Bono Partnership of Ohio (“PBPO”) is seeking a part-time attorney (25 hours/week). This job may be performed either from home or out of our downtown Dayton office with in-person bi-weekly team meetings in our downtown Cincinnati office and occasional travel to Dayton.

This position offers a unique opportunity to serve as a resource to PBPO’s 450+ nonprofit clients and 1400+ attorney volunteers, including issue-spotting and case management.

This individual will work under the supervision of PBPO’s CEO and Director of Education.

Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supporting attorney volunteers and participating in their initial call with a nonprofit client and working within PBPO’s database to manage legal projects to ensure a quality experience for volunteers and clients;
• Expanding our volunteer base by recruiting attorneys from in-house and private law firms and increasing volunteer engagement;
• Providing legal counsel to nonprofit clients;
• Creating model documents and legal alerts on topics relevant to the nonprofit sector;
• Designing and teaching workshops and coordinating webinars on legal issues for clients and attorneys; and
• Working closely and collaborating with other members of PBPO’s team.

Candidate Requirements:

• A member of the Ohio bar with a minimum of 5 years’ legal experience with preference given to candidates with corporate or employment law experience;
• Highly proficient with technology and the ability to quickly learn our CRM database (Salesforce);
• Ability to prioritize tasks, follow established procedures, meet deadlines, and succeed in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; and
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail.

Salary: $65,000-$70,000 D.O.E. for 25 hours/week. Starting benefits include generous PTO, a 401(k) plan (with a 4% match after 1 year with minimum required hours), and flexible schedule.  Plus, a fun and supportive team! Pro Bono Partnership of Ohio is an equal opportunity employer.

Application Guidelines: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume (in confidence) as a single PDF file (file name:FirstName_LastName.pdf) to info@pbpohio.org. In your cover letter, please indicate how you heard about this opportunity.

About Us: Pro Bono Partnership of Ohio (PBPO) is dedicated to strengthening one of our region’s most important resources: our nonprofits. When business legal needs arise for nonprofits, the cost of legal services can be prohibitive. This can expose nonprofits to risk and ramifications that may keep them from achieving their missions. In partnership with 1,400+ attorney volunteers, PBPO strengthens our community by providing free business legal services and education to nonprofits. More information about PBPO can be found at pbpohio.org.