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5 days ago
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Public Interest Attorney to join our team at the Legal Aid Society of San Diego (LASSD). As a Post-Bar Fellow, you will be part of a dynamic organization dedicated to providing equal access to justice for San Diegans.
About UsLASSD is the largest poverty law firm serving San Diego County since 1953. Our mission is to strengthen our communities by redressing clients' legal problems, empowering them to access and effectively participate in the legal, governmental, and social systems, and encouraging self-empowerment in the fight against poverty and injustice.
Responsibilities- Develops and manages their own workload through the completion of assignments related to civil litigation of unlawful detainer cases.
- Drafts letters, forms, motions, briefs, and other legal documents for review by attorneys.
- Conducts legal research, gathers documentation and evidence, and provides legal analysis.
- Renders legal advice under the supervision of attorneys.
- Shadows experienced attorneys in client interviews and in court.
- Upon demonstrating appropriate skill-level and knowledge through training and mentorship, conducts client interviews to investigate legal claims and defenses.
- Participates in scheduled team meetings, training sessions, case reviews, and other functions as deemed appropriate or necessary by the Managing Attorney.
- Timely and accurately enters required information on each case into the computerized case management database.
- A current 3L (or recent law school graduate) who will be taking the California Bar Exam in July 2025.
- Excellent written and oral communication, research, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to handle a substantial workload while functioning professionally and effectively within a face-paced litigation environment.
- Ability to work effectively with community members, staff, volunteers, students, attorneys, and government agencies.
We offer a competitive salary of $64,942 per year, paid vacation leave and sick leave, 100% employer-paid medical premium, 50% employer-paid premium for dependents under LASSD health plan, dental, vision, and life benefits, and a 403(b)-retirement plan. LASSD is an eligible nonprofit employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program and has a Law School Repayment Loan (
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