Careers
Open Positions
CHLP is seeking a full-time Family Law Attorney to join our team in Bloomfield, NJ, representing survivors of domestic violence and low-income individuals with disabilities in family law matters.
Our attorneys are advocates, problem solvers, and lifelines for people who are too often overlooked. If you're looking for:
✔️ Meaningful work with direct community impact
✔️ A supportive, mission-driven team
✔️ Opportunities to grow and develop your practice
✔️ A healthy work/life balance with generous benefits
…we'd love to hear from you.
Qualifications:
▪ JD from an ABA-accredited law school
▪ NJ Bar license
▪ Strong legal writing and advocacy skills
▪ Demonstrated experience in family law matters
▪ Commitment to disability justice and public interest work
Salary: $85,000 to $95,000, commensurate with experience
Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental insurance, generous leave time, and more
Full Details Here
To Apply: Email your cover letter, resume, and references to Jennifer Le, Esq. (JLe@chlp.org) and Sean Benoit, Esq. (SBenoit@chlp.org).
We're Growing! Staff Attorney Opportunities at Community Health Law Project ⚖️
Thanks to expanded programming, CHLP is hiring three full-time Staff Attorneys to join our teams in Bloomfield and Elizabeth, NJ.
Our attorneys are advocates, problem solvers, and lifelines for people who are too often overlooked.
If you're looking for:
✔️ Meaningful work with direct community impact
✔️ A supportive, mission-driven team
✔️ Opportunities to grow and lead
✔️ A healthy work/life balance with generous benefits
…we'd love to hear from you.
Qualifications: ▪ JD from an ABA-accredited law school ▪ NJ Bar license ▪ Strong legal writing and advocacy skills ▪ Commitment to disability justice ▪ Experience in civil legal services preferred
Salary: $75,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience
Benefits: Health and dental, generous leave time, and more
To Apply: Email your cover letter, resume, and references to Sean Benoit, Esq.,(SBenoit@chlp.org) and Josue Serrano(JSerrano@chlp.org).
Please specify your office preference: Bloomfield or Elizabeth.
General Career Opportunities
The Community Health Law Project welcomes new applicants for attorney, advocate, internship, and administrative roles for our offices across the state.
Please send a resume, cover letter, and references to chlpinfo@chlp.org
Our internship program offers students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of law, health, public policy, housing advocacy, and social determinants of well-being that impact access to essential resources.
Interns work alongside our experienced attorneys and advocates, contributing to meaningful cases and learning how legal services can transform the lives of individuals with disabilities and seniors facing significant barriers.
Our program equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to address complex challenges in areas like healthcare access, stable housing, and financial security. By engaging in meaningful work, interns gain a deeper understanding of the critical role legal advocacy plays in shaping healthier and more equitable communities.
Internships
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