Staff Attorney - Foreclosure Prevention Project - Houston, TX

Lone Star Legal Aid (LSLA) seeks a Staff Attorney for its Foreclosure Prevention Project in Houston, TX.

About the role

LSLA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit law firm whose mission is to protect and advance the civil rights of low-income Texans by providing advocacy, legal representation, and community education that ensure equal access to justice.

Responsibilities

• Gather evidence and conduct civil lawsuits
• Draft legal documents and 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
• Conduct 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, major litigation, attend evening legal clinics, and participate in community education

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Law School
• Licensed to practice in Texas or qualify for reciprocity
• Prior legal services or public interest experience preferred
• Bilingual (Spanish & English) speaking/writing skills preferred

Skills

• 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-started

Location

FPP-Houston Office. The successful applicant must have reliable transportation to travel throughout all Texas counties served by this office.

Pay

$78,000 - $130,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision — 100% Employer-Paid Options Available
• Generous Paid Leave & Holidays
• Retirement Plan with 6% Employer Contribution
• Continuing Education (CLE) & Professional Development
• Professional Development Loan Repayment Assistance (Attorneys & Law Graduates Only)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paternal & Family Leave