Attorney (DOORS Reentry Project) – Restoring Communities Workgroup

About the role

The Attorney will provide legal assistance to reentry individuals, working collaboratively with staff and volunteers to record clearing services. They will also supervise volunteers in a clinic setting, including in a pre-clinic phase and a post-clinic phase. This position is based at the DOORS Community Reentry Center in South Los Angeles and involves collaboration with community-based organizations and county agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal assistance to reentry individuals
• Work collaboratively with staff and volunteers to record clearing services
• Supervise volunteers in a clinic setting, including in a pre-clinic phase and a post-clinic phase
• Collaborate with community-based organizations and county agencies to provide holistic services to re-entry individuals

Requirements

• Adaptability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in legal advocacy and community lawyering
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Passion for serving the most vulnerable members of the community

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school
• Member in good standing of the California Bar
• At least 3 years of relevant legal experience
• Experience working with reentry populations preferred

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

$85,000 - $95,613.44 / annually DOE, with excellent benefits

Schedule

Immediate availability