Senior Staff Attorney

4 weeks ago


Los Angeles, California, United States California Center for Movement Legal Services Full time

The California Center for Movement Legal Services is a dynamic organization dedicated to advancing tenant rights through community-led litigation and policy advocacy. We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Senior Staff Attorney to join our team in Los Angeles.

Job Summary:

The Senior Staff Attorney will play a key role in litigating unlawful detainer cases, providing eviction defense representation to tenants, and managing a caseload of approximately 40 cases per year. This position will also involve creating the structure and culture of a legal team that will grow annually in terms of staff, caseload, and salaries.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Make court appearances, including hearings, settlement conferences, and jury trials;
  • Draft complaints, motions, pleadings, and discovery;
  • Draft demand letters on behalf of clients;
  • Attend 1-2 night legal clinics a month and provide brief legal advice to clients;
  • Conduct legal research;
  • Interview clients;
  • Research best practices or policies for tenant rights legislation;
  • Draft and advocate for legislation;
  • Attend coalition meetings;
  • Provide supervision and support to staff attorneys;
  • Make media appearances;
  • Draft legal know-your-rights materials and make presentations for community members and attorneys.

Requirements:

  • Licensed to practice law in California;
  • Minimum two years of litigation experience;
  • References including litigation colleagues/supervisor.

What We Offer:

The California Center for Movement Legal Services offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth and development.


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