Consumer/Senior/Public Benefits Staff Attorney - Merced

Management Information Exchange

Merced (CA)

On-site

USD 71,000 - 111,000

Full time

22 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Free wellness counseling

Union protection

Annual pay increases

Overtime pay for hourly/non-exempt

Compensatory time for salaried/exempt

School Loan Assistance up to $500/mo

Bilingual pay up to $90/mo

Home internet reimbursement

CLSS issued laptop & cell phone

CA State Bar dues paid in full

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Central California Legal Services seeks a Staff Attorney to serve on the Consumer-Senior-Public Benefits Team in Merced, CA. The attorney will represent seniors and dependent adults in estate planning, public benefits, and consumer matters, including administrative hearings and litigation.

The role requires active CA Bar membership, a minimum of 3 years as a practicing attorney, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

Active member in good standing of the State Bar of California.
Minimum 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney.
Civil litigation experience strongly preferred.
Bilingual ability strongly preferred.
Ability to travel as needed; proof of liability and vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

Represent senior and consumer clients in estate planning, public benefits, and consumer matters.
Initiate litigation to prevent and remedy unlawful acts.
Maintain records and provide monthly written reports on grant-related projects.
Organize and participate in community outreach events and legal clinics.
Collaborate with attorneys, pro bono volunteers, and community partners.
Provide services at the CCLS Los Banos satellite office.
Attend trainings and share lessons learned with staff.
Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Oral communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Public benefits knowledge

Education

State Bar license (California)

Job description

Consumer/Senior/Public Benefits Staff Attorney - Merced

Salary: $71,194 to $110,565 per year

JOB DESCRIPTION

CCLS has an exciting position for an energetic Staff Attorney to serve on its Consumer-Senior-Public Benefits Team. The Staff Attorney will provide legal representation to eligible seniors and dependent adults on a wide variety of issues impacting CCLS’ client population. The Staff Attorney will also engage in outreach and education events and build relationships with community members, agencies, and other community-based organizations.

DUTIES

Represent senior and consumer clients in estate planning, public benefits, and consumer matters, including direct services, administrative hearings, and affirmative litigation;
Initiate litigation to prevent and remedy unlawful acts against seniors and consumers;
Work with the team to accomplish the grant-related project goals, maintain accurate records, and provide monthly written reports;
Participate in organizing, conducting, and attending community outreach events and legal workshops/clinics across the Central Valley;
Maintain ongoing relationships with CCLS attorneys, pro bono attorneys and volunteers, support centers, and community-based partners and service providers;
Assist with provision of in-person, legal services at the CCLS Los Banos satellite office;
Attend national or regional trainings as deemed necessary and/or helpful to CCLS, and provide training on lessons learned to other CCLS staff;
Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Active member in good standing of the State Bar of California;
Minimum 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney;
Civil litigation experience strongly preferred;
Collaborative, team-oriented individual able to work with colleagues and external partners;
Ability to assume responsibility quickly, comfortable under pressure, and able to work independently and as part of a team;
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills;
Have an organized, detailed approach;
Ability to work with a wide range of clients in a kind, appropriate, client-centered manner;
Bilingual ability strongly preferred;
Commitment to CCLS’ mission and core values;
Ability to travel as needed, proof of liability and property insurance on vehicle used.