Connecticut Veterans Legal Center is one of Connecticut’s legal aid organizations, and the only legal aid organization focused on serving veterans. We offer a variety of employment opportunities for attorneys, paralegals, support staff, and those seeking fellowships and internships.
OUR MISSION
Connecticut Veterans Legal Center’s mission is to provide free legal assistance to veterans who are in recovery from homelessness, mental illness, and substance abuse to help them overcome legal barriers to housing, healthcare, and income.
Employee Benefits
Connecticut Veterans Legal Center offers each employee a generous benefits package that includes:
HEALTH INSURANCE
CVLC covers 100% of health insurance premium cost for employees and 80% of premium cost for family members
TIME OFF
Each employee receives 20 vacation days and 15 sick days per year. CVLC also closes for business on all federal holidays.
403(B) ACCOUNT
CVLC offers a 403(b) retirement program, including employer contributions of 3% of the average employee salary.
Current Open Positions
Studies have shown that women, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in a job description; despite the reality that applicants rarely ever meet 100% of the qualifications. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the role. That candidate may be one who comes from a background less traditional to our field of work, and that’s okay! We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications described.
To apply to any of the open positions listed below, please send a cover letter, resume, and a writing sample to us at applicants@ctveteranslegal.org. Please also be prepared to share the names, title and contact information for three references if requested. Please note all applications are reviewed as they are received so submit your application as soon as possible.
We currently have no open positions.
If you are interested in interning opportunities, please email Felix.
If you are interested in volunteer opportunities, please click here.
Donate Now and Create Impact
Every $1 invested generates $20 of tangible benefits for Connecticut veterans.
(top of page) Some of the CVLC Staff at the 2023 Run.Walk.Ride. Community Kick-Off. Photo by Polly Korbel. (bottom of page) Client Hector Alicea (left) and Client April Pearson (right). Photos by Desirea Photography.