Attorney - Homeless Prevention

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Attorney - Homeless Prevention Full Time Los Angeles, CA, US Salary Range: $68,000.00 To $81,091.00 Annually LOCATION: South Los Angeles Community Office SALARY: $68,000 to $81,091/DOE with excellent benefits AVAILABILITY: Immediately NOTE – This position is part of a special program created using designated funds. There is no assurance of ongoing funding or employment beyond June 30, 2022.

QUALIFICATIONS

Active membership in the California State Bar; Preferred experience working in diverse poverty law issues; Some knowledge of landlord-tenant law, government benefits, or criminal expungement is preferred; Ability to work effectively with a large caseload; Demonstrated commitment to serving the needs of low-income and homeless individuals; Ability to work effectively as part of a team including other attorneys, support staff, volunteers, and students; Ability to work effectively with staff members from community based organizations, government agencies, and homeless service providers; Excellent writing and public speaking skills; Willingness to work beyond a minimum 7.0‑hour workday, including evening and weekend meetings and events, and work weeks in excess of 35 hours when caseload or other obligations so necessitate.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Interview and counsel clients on various legal issues; Work collaboratively with case managers to provide holistic services; Represent tenants facing eviction in court; Assist clients with government benefits applications and appeals; Able to visit clients at various locations; Participate in clinics and other community outreach projects; Work on policy issues relating to homelessness and holistic services; Assist clients with expungement of criminal records, debt relief, and restoration of license to remove clients’ legal barriers to housing and benefits; Other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

LAFLA offers competitive compensation based on comparable public interest salaries and a generous benefits package for full‑time employees, including medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents, life insurance, long‑term disability, long‑term care insurance, and a 403(b) retirement plan. Employees may also qualify for bilingual supplements, law student loan reimbursements, and a cell phone stipend.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD

A one‑year probationary period will be required.

AN‑EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination because of race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, age, religion, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, marital or registered domestic partners status, or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles