Staff Attorney — Civil Law — Rapid City Office

Job overview

The Staff Attorney — Civil Law — Rapid City Office role is onsite in Rapid City, SD. Compensation is not specified in the posting for this position. Dakota Plains Legal Services provides legal assistance and advocacy to low-income clients and underserved communities across South Dakota. The attorney provides civil legal advice, advocacy, and representation to eligible clients while helping make services accessible through outreach. The role advances the organization’s mission of equal access to justice through client representation, community collaboration, and compliance with applicable legal and organizational requirements.

What you'll do

• Provide legal counsel and representation in civil cases
• conduct outreach to improve access to legal services for eligible clients in underserved areas
• collaborate with bar associations, tribal entities, courts, and community organizations
• supervise non-attorney staff as directed by the Executive Director
• comply with DPLS guidelines, legal regulations, and Legal Services Corporation Act and Regulations
• participate in training programs
• perform additional duties as assigned.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

staff attorney

civil law

rapid city sd

dakota plains legal services

full-time

34 hours per week

four-day work week

friday off

civil representation

community outreach

legal aid

jd required

south dakota bar

paid leave

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Starting salary of $70,000+ for attorneys with two or more years of experience
• generous paid leave and designated paid holidays
• employer-paid medical, dental, short- and long-term disability, term life, and AD&D coverage
• vision insurance available
• 401(k) with employer matching.

Why this role

Four-day work week with 8.5-hour days and Fridays off; starting salary of $70,000 or more for attorneys with two or more years of experience; requires a JD and South Dakota practice license, eligibility by reciprocity, or qualification to take the next South Dakota Bar Exam.

About the employer

Dakota Plains Legal Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.