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Public Benefits Attorney

1 month ago

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

At Open Door Legal, we're pioneering a groundbreaking approach to civil legal representation, aiming to dramatically reduce poverty and prove that the law belongs to everyone.

We've created a best-in-class legal aid organization that's passionate, motivated, and dedicated to making a systemic impact on justice for all.

We believe that injustice is the root of poverty, and we're seeking a Public Benefits Staff Attorney to join us in this mission.

Overview of Position

We're hiring 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.

Responsibilities
  • Embody our mission of universal access to civil legal aid and ensure 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.
  • Take responsibility for owning all public benefit cases and conducting intakes.
  • 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, in-office, to staff pro bono clinics.
  • Be responsible for public benefits casework and clients, including making case opening decisions.
  • Physically be able to go to SF Superior Court to deliver courtesy copies, and/or pick up orders, if needed.
  • Appear in administrative hearings representing clients up to 2 times a month for any litigation matters, as needed.
  • 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.
  • Commit to leading the office in representing our mission and values.
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.
  • Minimal to light physical effort is generally required in performing duties in an office environment.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
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.
  • Open Door Legal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer.
  • We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.
  • Black Lives Matter.