Eviction Defense Attorney - Public Interest Advocate

Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); Hybride; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, vision for employees

Long-term disability

403(b) retirement plan

Bilingual supplements

Résumé du poste

Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) invites applications for an Attorney to join its Eviction Defense Center as part of Stay Housed L.A. This role supports tenants in Los Angeles County and contributes to advocating for housing rights.

Applicants should have active California State Bar membership, knowledge of eviction processes, and a commitment to serving low-income communities, with willingness to work extended hours when caseloads require. This is a hybrid, local opportunity.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of landlord-tenant, housing law, and the eviction process preferred.
• Litigation and policy experience preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to serving the needs of low-income persons.
• Ability to work effectively in a highly stressful environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with government agencies, staff, volunteers, students, attorneys, and community members.
• Excellent writing and public speaking skills.

Responsabilités

• Litigate eviction cases in various courthouses (e.g., Long Beach, Compton, Inglewood, Santa Monica).
• Interview and counsel clients affected by housing problems.
• Participate in clinics and other community outreach projects.
• Work on policy issues relating to eviction and housing.
• Represent subsidized housing clients at administrative hearings and writs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Writing

Public speaking

Teamwork

Stress management

Communication

Description du poste

Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) invites applications for an Attorney to join its Eviction Defense Center as part of Stay Housed L.A. This role supports tenants in Los Angeles County and contributes to advocating for housing rights.

Applicants should have active California State Bar membership, knowledge of eviction processes, and a commitment to serving low-income communities, with willingness to work extended hours when caseloads require. This is a hybrid, local opportunity.