Supervising Attorney

About the role

Under the direction of the Legal Services Director, the Supervising Attorney leads the Fort Bend County Project, overseeing legal representation in civil matters, primarily related to property preservation, landlord‑tenant and estate planning, juvenile justice and a limited amount of family law matters from intake to litigation. This role includes direct supervision of staff attorneys, law students, and legal support personnel, ensuring high‑quality, client‑centered legal services. The Supervising Attorney also contributes to strategic planning, compliance, and outreach efforts to advance the mission of the Earl Carl Institute. This is a grant‑funded position.

Responsibilities

• Provides oversight and supervision of attorneys and legal interns handling property preservation cases including foreclosure, probate, and estate planning.
• Manages caseloads and ensures timely, effective legal representation from intake through litigation.
• Develops and implements training programs for staff and students on relevant legal topics and procedures.
• Serves as lead counsel in complex or high‑impact cases and may appear in court throughout Texas.
• Collaborates with the Legal Services Director to develop strategic goals for the Opal Mitchell Lee.
• Ensures compliance with grant requirements and reporting obligations.
• Oversees case management system usage and data integrity.
• Leads community outreach and educational initiatives related to property preservation and estate planning.
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and case law.
• Conducts legal research, drafts pleadings, and supervises document preparation.
• Manages staff in administrative matters (e.g., onboarding, leave).
• Fosters a collaborative, inclusive, and client‑centered work environment.
• Performs administrative duties and other tasks as assigned by leadership.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA‑accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas.
• Preferred experience as lead attorney in property preservation, foreclosure, probate, estate planning, juvenile justice, or family law matters.

Skills

• Real Estate and Probate law preferred.
• Ability to work with a diverse multi‑cultural population of clients, students and staff.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Professional or similar