Attorney

Attorney Position

Farmington, New Mexico/Flagstaff, Arizona/Regionally Remote

The Native American Disability Law Center is looking for an experienced and energetic attorney to join our litigation team. If you have an interest in addressing unique legal issues impacting Native American children and families in the beautiful Four Corners region, consider joining the Law Center.

The Law Center provides free legal services to Native Americans with disabilities living on or near the Navajo, Hopi,  San Juan Southern Paiute, Southern Ute, and Ute Mountain Ute reservations. Our offices are located in Farmington, New Mexico and Flagstaff, Arizona; however, we serve a broad area around the Four Corners Region of Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico. Attorneys at the Law Center represent clients in administrative hearings, as well as tribal, state and federal court actions. Attorneys also work with tribal governments on legislation and policies affecting individuals with disabilities. 

The Law Center is currently seeking an attorney to focus on child welfare and education issues impacting Native American students with disabilities. Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act is preferred, but consideration will be given to experienced attorneys with a desire to learn these areas of law. Other areas of practice may include employment and housing discrimination and violations of civil rights based on disability.

Applicants must have a demonstrable interest in issues facing individuals with disabilities & other disenfranchised communities.

Because of a high level of independence & responsibility, over 5 years of experience is required, with a preference given to experience providing civil legal services and in the social justice sector

Preference will be given to applicants with disabilities or those enrolled with a Native American community.

Admission to the Utah, Arizona, Colorado, or New Mexico Bar or ability to apply for admission on waiver to Arizona or New Mexico is preferred. Willingness to take the next available state and tribal bar exam is required.

Salary: Depends upon experience but salaries are competitive with Arizona & New Mexico State salaries.

Excellent benefits including paid medical insurance, employer contribution to the retirement plan, & generous leave policy.

Understanding the impact of this work on its employees, the Law Center offers a supportive and collaborative work environment.

If interested, please submit cover letter, resume, and writing sample to:

Therese E. Yanan

Executive Director

Native American Disability Law Center

3535 E. 30th Street, Suite 201

Farmington, New Mexico 87402

505/566-5880