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Staff Attorney

Looking for a: Attorney
Practice Area: For All Attorneys
Job Type: Full-Time
Starting Salary: $75,000
Job Duration: Permanent
Job Description:

The Community Health Law Project (CHLP) seeks a full-time Attorney for its Bloomfield, New Jersey regional office. The Attorney will provide representation in landlord/tenant matters, public benefits matters, family law matters, consumer issues, and guardianships, among other civil legal matters.

CHLP is a New Jersey statewide non-profit organization that provides legal services and advocacy to low-income individuals living with disabilities, chronic health conditions, and the frail elderly. CHLP provides assistance in a number of legal areas, including, but not limited to, landlord-tenant matters, Social Security Disability Insurance, Supplemental Security Income, Medicaid/Medicare, welfare/SNAP benefits, family law, consumer law, guardianships, and home care issues involving private duty nursing and personal care assistance.

CHLP offers a supportive environment where you can work with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking and expand your capabilities.

Qualified candidates must have a JD degree from an ABA accredited law school, be licensed to practice in New Jersey, and demonstrated interest in legal issues affecting people with disabilities.

Salary is commensurate with experience ($75,000 – $90,000). CHLP offers comprehensive health and dental insurance among other benefits, including generous leave time.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and references to Sean M. Benoit, Esq. – Director of Litigation, [email protected]

Location: Bloomfield, New Jersey
Posted On: June 24, 2026 at 2:48 pm