Attorney

Prisoners' Legal Services, Boston, MA

Prisoners' Legal Services of Massachusetts seeks a full-time attorney in Boston, MA, hybrid, paying $73,000 to $105,000 per year. The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record and says people with a criminal record are encouraged to apply. Requires J.D., Massachusetts Bar admission or eligibility, and at least four years of litigation experience.

What the posting says about criminal records

The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record.

Last checked Oct 17, 2026. Policies can change, so confirm with the employer before you apply.

Overview

The attorney will protect and advance the civil and human rights of incarcerated people through individual and class action litigation, client counseling, policy work, and collaboration with impacted communities. The role involves all phases of affirmative litigation, including investigation, discovery, motions, trials, appeals, and compliance monitoring. PLS is an anti-racist organization prioritizing health and mental health care, staff assaults, extreme conditions of confinement, and racial equity.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and admission to the Massachusetts Bar, or eligibility for admission through comity or other applicable process
• A minimum of four years of litigation experience required, including significant experience in activities such as depositions, witness examination, motion practice, and trial or appellate oral argument
• Strong commitment to social justice and the rights of incarcerated people
• Excellent analytical, legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to work collegially and collaboratively with co-workers, clients, interns, co-counsel, pro bono attorneys, legislators, advocates, and outside organizations
• Bilingual or multilingual skills in Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Kreyol, American Sign Language, or another language are desirable

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including 12 paid holidays, 27 vacation days, 17 sick/mental health days, 5 personal days, and 2 floating holidays
• Health coverage: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Healthcare reimbursement: Up to $7,500 per year for a family plan to cover medical copays and deductibles
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution, loan repayment assistance program, disability insurance, and life insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job details

Location

Boston, MA

Pay

$73,000 to $105,000 per year

Job type

Full-time

Industry

Healthcare and Social Services

Posted

Oct 15, 2026

Drug test

Not stated