Staff Attorney- Pomona Self-Help

Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County•Pomona, CA

50m•$85,000 - $93,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County (NLSLA) is seeking an attorney to work in the Self-Help Center at the Pomona Courthouse. This role involves assisting self-represented individuals with civil court matters, primarily family law issues, by providing educational materials and guidance through the legal system. The attorney will also design and conduct presentations, maintain records for outcome measurement, and contribute to grant reporting. Additionally, the position includes training and supervising volunteers, assisting with the preparation or review of pro per housing, family law, or other civil matter court forms, and offering legal education and referrals. The attorney will report to the Supervising Attorney and is designated as exempt.

Requirements

A JD from an accredited law school and an active California State Bar license.
Ability to work closely with individuals from different backgrounds with both effectiveness and compassion.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, business communication platforms, and web-based case management platforms.
Passion for NLSLA mission and demonstrated commitment to advocating for the legal rights of low-income individuals.
Passion, empathy, and compassion for supporting people from different lived experiences.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a legal aid setting.
Experience working with and training volunteers.
Experience in housing or family law.
Bilingual in Spanish, or in any of the other Los Angeles threshold languages.

Responsibilities

Provide information, resources, and assistance to self-represented individuals in person and remotely.
Train and oversee the work of volunteers and staff.
Work with court staff in the daily operation of the Pomona Self-Help Center.
Performs other duties as assigned reasonably related to the position and generally within the same level and classification as core responsibilities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary: $85,000–$93,000, based on experience.
18 paid holidays
2 to 5 weeks of vacation depending on seniority
12 days of sick leave
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with a variety of plan options.
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and options for voluntary contributions.
Monthly bilingual supplement for qualified employees.
Loan Repayment Assistance Program, which provides law school student loan repayment assistance for eligible individuals.
Technology reimbursement