Staff Attorney (PABSS)
Location: New Orleans
Disability Rights Louisiana (DRLA) has an immediate opening for a Protection and Advocacy for Beneficiaries of Social Security (“PABSS”) focused Staff Attorney to join our Legal Team. Are you passionate and dedicated to advancing the rights of persons with disabilities? The ideal candidate has demonstrated a strong commitment to public interest law and social justice, an interest in learning disability rights law, an understanding of social security law, and exceptional legal and advocacy skills.
POSITION SUMMARY
The PABSS focused Staff Attorney is responsible for assisting in the development and execution of DRLA’s individual and systemic litigation, providing legal advice and assistance, including direct representation in court and administrative proceedings, in accordance with DRLA’s priorities to individuals seeking assistance from the DRLA particularly for PABSS eligible matters, and maintaining an active caseload on disability-related PABSS-eligible issues in administrative, state. and federal court.
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Staff Attorney
Location: New Orleans preferred (possibility for remote depended upon location)
POSITION SUMMARY:
Disability Rights Louisiana (DRLA) has an immediate opening for Staff Attorney to join our Legal Team. Are you passionate and dedicated to advancing the rights of persons with disabilities? The ideal candidate has a demonstrated strong commitment to public interest law and social justice, an interest in learning disability rights law, an understanding of civil rights law, and exceptional legal and advocacy skills.
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Investigative Advocate
Location: Statewide; Preference for Baton Rouge area or Alexandria area
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Investigative Advocate is a crucial member of our team, responsible for monitoring and conducting investigations into potential violations of the rights of persons with disabilities in congregate settings. This role requires a strong commitment to social justice, a keen investigative mind, and the ability to build trust and rapport with individuals with disabilities. This role combines knowledge and investigative skills to uncover systemic issues and advocate for systemic change.
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Disability Rights Louisiana values diversity among our employees and is an equal opportunity employer. We hire without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (over 40), disability (mental and physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
DRLA endorses and supports the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals.
