Staff Attorney - Low Income Taxpayer Clinic - Houston, TX

Lone Star Legal Aid•Houston, TX

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Lone Star Legal Aid (LSLA) seeks a Staff Attorney for its Houston Branch Office. LSLA is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit law firm dedicated to protecting and advancing the civil rights of low-income Texans through advocacy, legal representation, and community education to ensure equal access to justice.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Law School
Licensed to practice in Texas or qualify for reciprocity
Strong legal writing and oral communication skills
Demonstrated client service orientation
Skilled in interviewing, assessment, problem solving and negotiation
Strong ability to work under pressure and make decisions quickly
Demonstrated ability to aggressively pursue the rights of the client community
Energetic, motivated and self-starter
Reliable transportation to travel throughout all Texas counties served by this office.

Nice To Haves

Prior legal services or public interest experience
Bilingual (Spanish & English) speaking/writing skills

Responsibilities

Gather evidence, conduct civil lawsuits, and draft legal documents.
Advise clients about their legal rights.
Interview clients and witnesses, and handle other details in preparation for client legal representation.
Represent clients in court and before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies of government.
Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for clients and the client community.
Engage in outreach and community education to further the mission of LSLA.
Supervise and coordinate activities of subordinate legal, clerical, volunteer, or student workers.
Handle a caseload and major litigation.
Attend evening legal clinics and participate in community education.