National Legal Aid & Defender Association · 2 hours ago
Staff Attorney - Lawyers Preventing and Ending Homelessness Project (PEHP)
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$78K/yr - $86K/yr
2+ years expNational Legal Aid & Defender Association is focused on providing legal assistance to individuals and families in need. The Staff Attorney will be part of a team dedicated to removing legal barriers to housing, providing comprehensive legal services, and advocating for community members experiencing housing instability.
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Responsibilities
Provide holistic and comprehensive legal services in a broad range of legal practice areas that reflect the varied needs of our community members, which can include for instance housing, re-entry, and public benefits advocacy
Representation of families and individuals facing housing instability, with a focus on housing advocacy
Creating and conducting training for community partners and community members, Know Your Rights workshops, and staffing community outreach events
Responsibility for maintaining relationships with community partners by attending provider meetings
Travel to NLSLA program offices, courthouses, and other locations throughout Los Angeles County may be required
Qualification
Required
A JD from an accredited law school and active California State Bar license
A demonstrated passion and commitment to public interest law and prior experience assisting low-income individuals and client groups, with a sensitivity to those in crisis
Strong research and organizational skills
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
Well-developed analytical skills
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a fast-paced environment
Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task
Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, business communication platforms, and web-based case management platforms
Passion for NLSLA mission and demonstrated commitment to advocating for the legal rights of low-income individuals
Passion, empathy, and compassion for supporting people from different lived experiences
Preferred
Experience working in a legal aid law firm
Background serving unhoused individuals or working in poverty law, with a demonstrated commitment to vulnerable communities
Significant experience in housing law (typically two or more years)
Are bilingual in Spanish, due to the high number of Spanish-speaking residents in the community, or in any of the other Los Angeles threshold languages, which is highly valued in our community outreach efforts
Benefits
Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, 2 to 5 weeks of vacation depending on seniority, and 12 days of sick leave.
Comprehensive Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with a variety of plan options.
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance.
Monthly bilingual supplement for qualified employees.
Loan Repayment Assistance Program, which provides law school student loan repayment assistance for eligible individuals.
A Culture of Inclusion: We are committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive.
Perks: Technology reimbursement to help you stay connected and equipped to do your best work.
Company
National Legal Aid & Defender Association
National Legal Aid & Defender Association leads a broad network of advocates on the frontlines to advance justice and expand opportunity.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.3MKey Investors
Lumina Foundation
2022-02-15Grant· $0.3M
Leadership Team
April Frazier Camara, Esq.
President & CEO
Vernina A.
Executive Assistant To Chief Executive Officer
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