Family Law Staff Attorney

Acadiana Legal Service Corp • Lafayette, LA

394d • $55,805 - $55,805

About The Position

The Family Law Staff Attorney at Acadiana Legal Service Corporation (ALSC) is responsible for providing high-quality legal representation to low-income clients in civil legal matters, including domestic violence, divorce, custody, and intra-family adoptions. This full-time position involves working under the mentorship of a Senior Attorney and requires a commitment to serving vulnerable families in the community. The role includes various legal tasks such as client interviews, research, court representation, and advocacy, while adhering to professional standards and regulations.

Requirements

• Possession of a J.D. or LLM degree from an accredited law school.
• Current licensure to practice, including membership in the Louisiana State Bar.
• Experience in the substantive area of the Unit's practice, encompassing civil trial and appellate practice, is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to meet job expectations with limited supervision.
• Strong commitment to serving low-income clients.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in civil trial and appellate practice.
• Proficiency in legal research methods, particularly web-based resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality legal representation to individuals in accordance with the Code of Professional Responsibility.
• Interview clients, conduct research, factual investigation, prepare pleadings, negotiate case resolutions, and represent clients in court and administrative hearings.
• Provide counseling, advice, and other brief services such as pro se forms and referrals, as appropriate.
• Represent clients and client groups in litigation and administrative advocacy.
• Co-counsel with Senior and/or Supervising Attorneys.
• Develop and implement litigation and/or advocacy strategies to address systemic legal problems.
• Analyze and comment on pending legislation and regulations consistent with the requirements of all funding sources.
• Participate in task forces, work groups, and bar activities, and establish effective working relationships with the bar and community partners.
• Comply with LSC and other funding agencies' rules and regulations.
• Participate in training activities as a trainee or trainer for professional growth as well as required CLE credits.
• Keep abreast of legal trends, pending litigation, and regulations consistent with the requirements of all funding sources.
• Work closely with the clerical staff in their substantive unit under the guidance established by the Unit Managing Attorney.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Relocation assistance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 403(b)
• Loan forgiveness
• Loan assistance
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Personal and Laundry Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree