Now hiring: Public Interest Elder Law Attorney

Public Interest Elder Law Attorney

The Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources Inc. (GWAAR) is hiring a full-time attorney in its Elder Law Center. The attorney will assist in the supervision and training of elder benefit specialists working in Aging & Disability Resource Centers across an approximate 15-county region within the state. The attorney will also provide daily legal and technical assistance regarding state and federal public benefit programs and provide direct legal representation to older adults. Starting salary range is $64,000-$70,000 annually depending on experience.

This position requires a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to the State Bar of Wisconsin. We are seeking candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to working with clients aged 60 and older, people with disabilities, and/or individuals with low income. Knowledge of state and federal benefit programs and/or health care programs is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will have direct client experience in estate planning, Medicaid law, housing law, consumer law, administrative hearings, and/or general civil matters. Occasional overnight statewide travel is required.

Read the full job description: https://bit.ly/4uhJHAq 

GWAAR offers a generous benefits package, including paid time off, holiday pay, life insurance, health insurance, dental insurance, short and long-term disability, flex spending accounts, etc. Employees work mostly remotely from home offices within Wisconsin; however, there is an option to work from an office in Madison, if desired. 

Resumes sent without a cover letter will not be considered. The position will remain open until filled.  Send cover letter and resume via email to the address below. Application materials received by June 8^th will be included in the first round of review. 

To apply, send cover letter and resume to info@gwaar.org

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