Attorney – Eviction Defense Center (Multiple Positions)

About the role

The Attorney position is part of the Eviction Defense Center (EDC), a new project to provide eviction defense resources to tenants in Los Angeles County communities. This may be the first step towards a âRight to Counselâ for tenant eviction defense.

Responsibilities

• Litigate eviction cases in Los Angeles County Courthouses
• Interview and counsel clients affected by housing problems
• Participate in clinics and other community outreach projects
• Work on policy issues relating to eviction and/or housing
• Represent subsidized housing clients at administrative hearings and writs
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Active membership in the California State Bar
• Knowledge of landlord-tenant, housing law, and the eviction process preferred
• Litigation experience preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to serving the needs of low-income persons
• Demonstrated ability to function professionally and effectively within a highly stressful environment
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to work effectively with government agencies, staff, volunteers, students, attorneys, and community members
• Excellent writing and public speaking skills
• Willingness to work beyond a minimum 7.0-hour workday, including evening and weekend meetings and events, and workweeks in excess of 35 hours when caseload or other obligations so necessitate

Qualifications

• Law degree from an accredited law school
• Pass the California Bar Exam
• Experience in civil litigation
• Experience with tenant-landlord law and eviction procedures
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Skills

• Legal research and writing skills
• Effective communication and public speaking skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload
• Attention to detail and organizational skills

Benefits

LAFLA offers a competitive salary based on comparable public interest salaries, a generous benefits package, and a sustainable hybrid work schedule.

Pay

$85,000 - $116,328.37k DOE with excellent benefits

Schedule

Immediate start, Continuous until position is filled