Staff Attorney- Housing Law Program
About The Position
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, Inc., a non-profit law firm that provides free legal assistance to people living with low income/low opportunity, seeks a full-time Staff Attorney to work in its Housing Law Program. This program assists families and individuals facing eviction, loss of housing assistance, poor living conditions, discrimination and other housing issues. The Staff Attorney will work with low-income families and individuals providing legal representation in state court and administrative proceedings. Additionally, this position may involve systemic advocacy through impact litigation in state and federal court, community lawyering and outreach, and other forms of broad-based advocacy as appropriate.
Requirements
- JD and admitted to practice in Missouri (or eligible to be admitted)
- At least 2 years of experience as a practicing attorney preferred, but not required
- Demonstrated commitment to public interest law work or to legal services for the poor strongly preferred
- Strong litigation and advocacy skills
- Ability to relate well and work with low-income clients and collaborate with community stakeholders
- Strong communication skills, work ethic, flexibility and teamwork
- Strong organizational skills
- Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with case management software preferred
- Open to creative and innovative ways of fulfilling the legal aid mission
Responsibilities
- Conducting client interviews, investigation, and fact gathering
- Drafting pleadings, written discovery, correspondence, and memoranda
- Conducting legal research and analysis
- Engaging in trial work and making other court appearances
- Conducting discovery, document review, and taking depositions
- Participating in community outreach and presentations
- Working collaboratively with other Legal Services programs and community partners
- Other work as assigned or taken on
Benefits
- Excellent benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, a generous time off policy (starting at 4 weeks per year), 11 paid holidays, 12 weeks paid parental leave, 403(b) and 401(a) retirement plans, long-term disability and life insurance, employee assistance plan, and flexible spending accounts
- An in-person/remote hybrid work option is also available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
