The Salvation Army USA Central Territory · 1 month ago
Staff Attorney-Veterans Issues (William Booth Legal Aid Clinic)
Detroit, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/StaffThe Salvation Army USA Central Territory is seeking a Staff Attorney to assist the Clinic Director in providing legal services to Military Veterans and other clients throughout Metropolitan Detroit. The role involves a wide range of legal responsibilities, including representation in court, legal advice, and community outreach, all aimed at serving low-income veterans and vulnerable residents.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Acting as point person for all Veteran clients and issues
Interviewing and providing legal advice to clients
Drafting and reviewing legal documents
Conducting legal research and analysis
Representing clients in court proceedings
Negotiating settlements and agreements
Preparing and filing legal documents with the court
Attending hearings, depositions, mediations, and other meetings
Maintaining client confidentiality
Communicate with clients, internal staff, and others to ensure cases are handled appropriately
Prioritize and manage a high volume of files with a great attention to detail and under strict deadlines
Perform quality control reviews of documents and staff work
Demonstrate a proficiency in inputting and maintaining information into a case management system to ensure data integrity
Provide supervision for law student interns and externs
Assist in all educational roles
Assist in developing, implementing, and adjusting WBLAC’s outreach strategies
Represent The Salvation Army William Booth Legal Aid Clinic at specific outreach functions
Assist in fundraising for and promotion of the WBLAC
Assist and support Clinic Director, as necessary
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Michigan with an interest in issues affecting Military Veterans
Maintain strict confidentiality
Ability to work independently
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Complete Safe From Harm and keep current as required
Must have a current valid driver's license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR)
Benefits
WBLAC is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Company
The Salvation Army USA Central Territory
The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church.
Founded in 1865Hoffman Estates, Illinois, US
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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