Staff Attorney - Rural Justice Initiative - Rural Locations

About the role

Lone Star Legal Aid (LSLA) seeks a Staff Attorney - Rural Justice Initiative for its Belton, Bryan, Beaumont, Conroe, Clute, Longview, Nacogdoches, Paris, Texarkana, Tyler, and Waco Branch Offices. 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. The successful applicant must have reliable transportation to travel throughout all Texas counties served by these offices.

Responsibilities

• Gather evidence, 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, community education, and work with the community to further LSLA’s mission.
• May supervise and coordinate activities of subordinate legal, clerical, volunteer, or student workers.
• Handle a case load, 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.

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.
• 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.