Job summary
The staff attorney provides legal representation to income-eligible clients in civil cases in varying areas of legal practice, mainly in the areas of housing and family law.Representation may include administrative advocacy, litigation in state and federal courts, and community education for clients.This position is funded in part by, and in collaboration with, one or more grants including the Family Centered Legal Solutions grant.
Job seniority: mid-to-senior level
Responsibilities
• Provide high quality legal representation to individuals in accordance with the Rules of Professional Conduct.• Review and supervise the work of support staff members done on behalf of the attorney's clients and clients assigned to support staff.• Work with members of the private bar and the LAS Volunteer Lawyer Program to promote private bar involvement.• Create and maintain positive working relationships with organizations in the service area and state which would benefit the client population.• Maintain accurate and orderly client files, adhering to case management database policies and guidelines.• Participate in the firm's community education program by being available to speak with community groups and agency staff, suggesting ideas for and helping to prepare and update community education materials.• Comply with relevant portions of the Legal Services Corporation's Performance Criteria and with the American Bar Association's Standards for the Provision of Civil Legal Aid.• Participate in firm-wide practice groups.
Requirements
• Juris Doctor (JD). Minimum of two years' practice preferred.• Admitted to practice in Tennessee, eligible for admission through reciprocity, or willing to take first available bar examination.• Excellent research, writing, and advocacy skills, including the ability to advocate in a clear and logical manner both orally and in writing.• Basic proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel software.• Effective oral and written communication skills, including in client interviews and helping persons in crisis.• Prioritize work, plan, problem solve, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure.• Fluency in written and spoken Spanish is a plus.
Key Skills Needed
• Legal representation• Supervision• Advocacy• Community engagement• Case management• Legal education• Compliance with legal standards• Collaboration
Benefits
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance coverage first day of employment• Life Insurance• Healthcare Savings Account• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible• 401k plan• Vacation/Sick/Holiday Leave• Hybrid schedule eligible
