Staff Attorney - Fort Bend County Unit - Houston, TX

Lone Star Legal Aid (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.

About the role

The Staff Attorney gathers evidence, conducts civil lawsuits, drafts legal documents, and advises clients about their legal rights. They interview clients and witnesses, handle case preparation, represent clients in court and before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies, and interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for clients and the community. The role involves outreach, community education, and collaboration with the community to further LSLA’s mission. The successful applicant may supervise and coordinate activities of subordinate legal, clerical, volunteer, or student workers.

Bilingual (Spanish & English) speaking/writing skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload and major litigation
• Attend evening legal clinics
• Participate in community education
• Supervise and coordinate activities of legal, clerical, volunteer, or student workers (as applicable)

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Law School
• Licensed to practice in Texas or qualify for reciprocity
• Prior legal services or public interest experience preferred

Skills

• Strong legal writing and oral communication
• 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

Fort Bend County Unit – Houston Office. Reliable transportation is required to travel throughout all Texas counties served by this office.

Benefits

• Medical Benefits
• Paid Leave