Job Description
About the position
Legal Aid of Southeastern PA (LASP) is seeking a full-time attorney to provide civil legal services in its West Chester Office. The role primarily focuses on representing low-income individuals in landlord-tenant cases, but may also involve other areas such as bankruptcy, consumer law, and public benefits. The successful candidate will work both in-office and remotely, engaging in various legal tasks including client interviews, legal research, document preparation, and court representation.
- Responsibilities
- Interview clients to determine eligibility for services and investigate facts.
- Conduct legal research and interpret statutes, case law, and regulations.
- Provide legal advice and counsel to clients.
- Prepare legal documents including briefs, pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
- Develop strategies and arguments for case presentations and assist in witness preparation.
- Represent clients in trial and appellate courts and before administrative agencies.
- Review decisions and consult with management on potential appeals.
- Participate in community organizations relevant to casework and conduct educational workshops.
- Engage in team efforts to achieve office and program goals.
- Enhance skills through training and continuing legal education (CLE).
- Complete administrative tasks including case management and timekeeping.
- Ensure compliance with grant and contract requirements.
- Requirements
- License to practice law in Pennsylvania or eligible for admission.
- At least two years of experience as a lawyer preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and legal research tools.
- Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
- Organizational skills and a commitment to public interest law.
- Nice-to-haves
- Experience in landlord-tenant law and family law.
- Familiarity with bankruptcy and consumer law.
- Benefits
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
- Flexible spending account
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
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