Staff Attorney - Individual Safety Unit LASSA - Houston, TX

Lone Star Legal Aid (LSLA) seeks a Staff Attorney for its Individual Safety Unit - Legal Aid for Survivors of Sexual Assault Project (LASSA) 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
• Engage in 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

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

Benefits

• Medical Benefits
• Paid Leave