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Part-Time Staff Attorney

Cleveland, Ohio · Staff+ · Part-time

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About the role

Career Opportunity: Part-Time Staff Attorney with The Ohio Justice and Policy Center in Cleveland, Ohio Are you an attorney committed to criminal justice reform and client-centered advocacy?
Do you believe people deserve a meaningful second chance?
Join the Ohio Justice & Policy Center and help advocate for incarcerated individuals seeking release through judicial release, parole advocacy, resentencing efforts, and other post-conviction remedies.

Join our dedicated team and help drive meaningful change for people impacted by Ohio's criminal legal system.
Collaborate with the project's paralegal on intake, case development, rehabilitation portfolios, reentry plans, and mitigation records.
Work with community partners and organizations to strengthen clients' release plans and post-release aftercare within the scope of representation.
Participate in regular docket reviews and maintain case status in the project's tracking system.

Juris Doctor or advanced law degree required.
Minimum 1 to 2 years of litigation experience on behalf of indigent defendants or others accused or convicted of crimes.
Ability to work independently within a part-time schedule while collaborating closely with a small team.
Ability to work with diverse populations and stakeholders in respectful, equitable, and inclusive ways.
Admission to the Ohio Bar, or eligibility consistent with Ohio Supreme Court rules.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
A demonstrated and abiding commitment to social justice.
Returning citizens are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Ohio Justice & Policy Center creates fair, intelligent, and redemptive criminal justice systems through zealous, client‑centered advocacy, innovative policy reform, and cross‑sector community education. Founded in Cincinnati in 1997, OJPC is a statewide nonprofit law office focused on reducing incarceration, improving conditions inside prisons, and expanding freedom and opportunity for people with criminal records.
Learn more about OJPC's mission by visiting:

Experience with judicial release, resentencing, parole advocacy, or other post-conviction matters preferred.
Experience conducting mitigation investigations or working with complex case records preferred.
Experience supervising students or paralegals preferred.
Bilingual Spanish skills are a plus.

Salary Range: $36K-$38K (pro-rated for part-time schedule), based on experience and qualifications.

Assist with other OJPC litigation matters, grant reporting, and community or educational events as needed.

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