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About Asian Pacific Islander Legal Outreach
Asian Pacific Islander Legal Outreach is a social justice organization focused on serving marginalized communities in the Greater Bay Area and Central Valley. Founded in 1975, our mission is to provide direct services that are culturally competent and linguistically appropriate. Our work spans several areas, including gender-based violence, immigration rights, disability rights, senior law, and anti-human trafficking.
Position Overview
The Staff Attorney plays a key role in providing legal representation to low-income tenants and homeowners. This position requires strong advocacy skills and the ability to work independently. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to serving underserved Asian and Pacific Islander communities and BIPOC communities in the Greater Bay Area.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide legal representation to low-income tenants and homeowners in eviction defense, affordable housing preservation, mortgage fraud, and other related areas
* Conduct community education and outreach
* Staff clinics at sites accessible to consumers
* Provide technical assistance and training to community and public agencies
* Represent the organization at community, legal, funding, and other meetings and functions
Minimum Qualifications:
* A member in good standing of the California Bar; provisional bar candidates considered
* Minimum of two years of litigation and/or housing advocacy work experience in low-income communities, on behalf of seniors, families, and/or recent immigrants
* Demonstrated commitment to social justice and the advancement of underserved communities of color
* Ability to work independently; self-starter; detail oriented; to work well in a team-oriented, multicultural work environment
* Strong advocacy and courtroom skills representing LEP clients
* Residence within 75 miles of API Legal Outreach office
Estimated Salary: $83,000 - $115,000 per year
This salary range is based on industry standards and location considerations. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a generous paid time off policy.
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