- admission in a U.S. state, jurisdiction, possession, territory or dependency as an active licensee in good standing;
- production of an original certificate of good standing from all U.S. jurisdiction(s) of admission;
- Residence in California;
- Meet State Bar requirements for an acceptable moral character; and
- Compliance with all annual requirements.
- Medical Insurance
- Employer-paid premium for all full-time employees
- HMO plan with Kaiser Permanente
- Optional spouse/domestic partner/dependent coverage (employee paid)
- Coverage becomes effective on the 1st day of the month after 30 days of employment
- Section 125 Plan allows pre-tax payment for optional coverage
- Dental Insurance
- Employer-paid premium for all full-time employees, spouse, and dependents
- Delta Dental 1500 Plan
- Coverage becomes effective on the 1st day of the month after 30 days of employment
- Vision Insurance
- Employer-paid premium for all full-time employees, spouse, and dependents
- VSP Plan
- Coverage becomes effective on the 1st day of the month after 30 days of employment
- Life Insurance
- Employer-paid premium for all full-time employees
- Employee coverage (3x annual salary, max $500k)
- Spouse coverage ($10,000)
- Dependent coverage ($5,000)
- Coverage becomes effective on the 1st day of the month after 30 days of employment
- GBLA maintains a Long & Short-Term Disability plan for all full-time employees
- Retirement 403(b) plan: no waiting period, employee-only contributions
- GBLA observes all judicial holidays observed by the Superior Court of California, County of Kern
- Vacation (accrual begins on the first day of employment)
- 0 to < 2 years: 2 weeks / 12 days / 7.5 hours monthly
- 2 to < 4 years: 3 weeks / 18 days / 11.25 hours monthly
- 4 to < 8 years: 4 weeks / 24 days / 15 hours monthly
- 8+ years: 5 weeks / 30 days / 18.75 hours monthly
- Wellness benefits: GBLA pays a portion of a discounted group membership to a local gym and employees have access to Kaiser's mental health app "Headspace"
- Professional Development:
- GBLA pays all annual fees required by the State Bar of California for GBLA attorneys
- GBLA pays for travel, admission, and lodging related to NITA training
- GBLA pays all Kern County Bar Association membership costs
- GBLA is a qualified employer for PSLF according to the U.S. Department of Education's website.
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Consumer Law Attorney - Bakersfield, United States - GBLA. Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance,
Description
Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Announcement
Consumer Law Attorney
Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance, Inc. (GBLA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is "to promote social change and justice by providing high-quality legal services to the low-income community." GBLA's service area is Kern County, California.
GBLA seeks an attorney to join GBLA's consumer protection unit. Under the direct supervision of the Director of Litigation-Division C, the attorney helps Kern County residents by defending debt defense cases in which abusive debt collection practices are raised, recovering financial losses for consumers who have been the victims of scams, and providing consumer education on how to avoid being scammed through robocalls or texts. Consumer law defense offers critical support for individuals facing the threat of abusive and intimidating collection practices. With legal representation, debtors gain protection, advocacy, and access to resources to navigate complex litigation proceedings. The attorney ensures debtors' rights are upheld, provides guidance on legal options, and attempts settlement to reduce or defend against illegal debts. By offering stability and peace of mind, the attorney protects individuals and families from unlawful and abusive collection practices. This is a full-time position designed to expand the capacity of GBLA's housing team. This position offers a hybrid work location.
The candidate must be an active member of the State Bar of California or eligible for the State Bar of California's Multijurisdictional Practice Program (MJP). The MJP Program's requirements, among others, are:
The ideal candidate for this position will possess extensive knowledge and experience in federal and state consumer law such as the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), the Rosenthal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (Civil Code §§ 1788 to , the California Consumer Privacy Act, etc. The candidate must possess exceptional analytical, organizational, and writing skills, and strong oral and written communication abilities. A firm commitment to public interest advocacy and a proactive approach to collaborative work are essential qualities. Additionally, the ideal candidate will exhibit leadership capabilities, providing guidance and direction to colleagues as needed. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is strongly preferred. This position offers the opportunity for remote work within California.
To Apply
Email a cover letter, writing sample, resume, and three professional references to: or mail to Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance, Inc., 615 California Ave., Bakersfield, CA
Compensation
The salary range for this full-time exempt role is $90,000 - $104,000 annually, with a final offer dependent on experience, job-related skills, and qualifications.
Benefits
Coverage is effective on the first day of the month following thirty (30) days of employment unless otherwise noted.
Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Company DescriptionGreater Bakersfield Legal Assistance, Inc. "GBLA" is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization whose mission is "to promote social change and justice by providing high-quality legal services to the low-income community."GBLA 's service area is Kern County, California. It is the state's third-largest county in land area.
Company Description
Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance, Inc. "GBLA" is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization whose mission is "to promote social change and justice by providing high-quality legal services to the low-income community." \rGBLA 's service area is Kern County, California. It is the state's third-largest county in land area.
