Staff Attorney - Rural Justice Initiative - Rural Locations

About the role

LSLA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit law firm dedicated to protecting and advancing the civil rights of low‑income Texans through advocacy, legal representation, and community education that ensure equal access to justice. The Staff Attorney – Rural Justice Initiative will serve multiple branch offices in Belton, Bryan, Beaumont, Conroe, Clute, Longview, Nacogdoches, Paris, Texarkana, Tyler, and Waco, requiring reliable transportation to travel throughout the Texas counties served.

Responsibilities

• Gather evidence and conduct civil lawsuits
• Draft legal documents and advise clients about their legal rights
• Interview clients and witnesses
• Handle case preparation details for client representation
• Represent clients in court and before quasi‑judicial or administrative agencies
• Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for clients and the community
• Engage in outreach and community education efforts
• Supervise and coordinate activities of subordinate legal, clerical, volunteer, or student workers
• Manage a case load, including major litigation
• Attend evening legal clinics
• Participate in community education initiatives

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice in Texas or qualify for reciprocity
• Prior legal services or public interest experience preferred
• Reliable transportation to travel throughout all Texas counties served by the office

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‑starting
• Bilingual (Spanish & English) speaking/writing skills preferred

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

Pay

Salary Range: $78,000 – $130,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.