Staff Attorney

4 weeks ago

Amarillo, Texas, United States Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas Full time
Job Opportunity

Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas is seeking a dedicated and passionate attorney to join our team as a Staff Attorney - Home Preservation Project. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality legal representation to low-income individuals in need of assistance with housing-related matters.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Represent clients in civil legal matters, including landlord-tenant disputes and foreclosure prevention cases.
  • Develop and implement projects to address housing-related issues and promote access to justice.
  • Collaborate with community groups and organizations to further our mission of reducing poverty and promoting equitable access to the civil justice system.
  • Supervise and coordinate activities of legal, clerical, volunteer, or student workers.

Requirements:

  • Licensed to practice law in Texas.
  • Prior experience handling contested landlord-tenant, housing, and/or foreclosure prevention cases preferred.
  • Prior experience handling contested litigation cases preferred.
  • Prior legal services, public interest, or volunteer experience serving low-income persons preferred.
  • Strong understanding of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and Texas Rules of Evidence.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • The ability to think and plan strategically and to develop and implement projects.
  • Possess a strong work ethic and a sense of accountability.
  • Fluent in Spanish – both verbal and written is preferred.
  • Excellent attendance record.
  • Ability to engage in occasional work-related travel.

Benefits:

  • Excellent benefits package that includes paid vacation and holidays; a retirement plan; health, dental, and life insurance.

How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter expressing interest, a resume, and three professional references during the application process.

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