Community Lawyer: Advocate for Housing, Immigration & Rights

Ben Recruitment Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused legal service is seeking a Community Lawyer (Grade 10) based in Cardiff, Wales. This role involves providing vital legal representation and advocacy on issues like housing, immigration, and family law. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor (JD), and at least 5 years of legal experience, preferably in community or public interest law. You will engage with marginalized groups, conduct legal education workshops, and participate in advocacy efforts to address systemic inequities. Join a passionate team dedicated to empowering clients and fostering community engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in legal practice, preferably in community law or public interest law.
• Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and community service.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation and advocacy for clients in various legal matters.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to support client cases.
• Develop and deliver educational workshops on legal rights.

Skills

Legal representation

Community outreach

Legal research

Advocacy

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

A community-focused legal service is seeking a Community Lawyer (Grade 10) based in Cardiff, Wales. This role involves providing vital legal representation and advocacy on issues like housing, immigration, and family law. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor (JD), and at least 5 years of legal experience, preferably in community or public interest law. You will engage with marginalized groups, conduct legal education workshops, and participate in advocacy efforts to address systemic inequities. Join a passionate team dedicated to empowering clients and fostering community engagement.