Public Benefits Attorney

3 days ago

San Francisco, California, United States Laaconline Full time
About Us

At Open Door Legal, we're dedicated to providing universal access to civil legal representation, reducing poverty, and proving that the law belongs to everyone.

We're a pioneering organization that's created an award-winning and best-in-class legal aid system, staffed by passionate, motivated, and team-oriented individuals who believe that injustice is the heart of poverty.

Overview of Position

We're seeking a Public Benefits Staff Attorney to represent clients in all stages of the application process for public benefits, including SSDI/SSI appeals and other programs.

This is a full-time position designed to expand the capacity of our employment and public benefits team, with a focus on representing clients in administrative law hearings and small claims court.

Responsibilities
  • Embody our mission of universal access to civil legal aid and ensure that the needs of clients in our service area are met.
  • Own 35-45 cases in the administrative law process or small claims and be responsible for ensuring clients' goals are met.
  • Represent clients at various stages of the SSDI and SSI processes.
  • Be the case manager for our small claims cases, using the People Clerk software for paperwork.
  • Be available at least twice a month after hours to staff pro bono clinics.
  • Support our Employment Law team with other tasks and casework as department needs fluctuate.
  • Provide trauma-informed legal services and help clients stay updated on their case.
  • Gain and maintain proficient knowledge of public benefit law and employment law.
  • Attend trainings, review solutions, engage in casework, and discuss case strategy with your supervisor.
Requirements
  • Membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
  • Knowledge of California public benefits and experience representing clients at administrative law hearings.
  • Excellent writing and oral advocacy skills.
  • Strong time management skills.
  • Dogged perseverance in the face of bureaucratic barriers.
  • Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
  • Comfort learning and using technology and cloud-based case management systems.
  • Must genuinely enjoy working with low-income clients.
  • Must demonstrate cultural humility and sensitivity.
Bonus Points
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish.
  • Bilingual in English and Cantonese.
  • Previous experience in a legal environment.
  • Experience working with low-income and vulnerable populations.
  • Experience working in a high-volume legal aid or similar environment.
  • Having lived a significant period of your life in San Francisco proper.
Benefits
  • Loan Repayment Assistance.
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Plan offerings at 100% coverage.
  • Paid mental health benefit.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Flexible work hours.
  • Generous paid parental leave.
  • 401K/Retirement Account.
  • Strong organizational culture.
  • We believe everyone is always learning.

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