Housing Attorney – API Community Outreach & Impact

Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Wellness programs

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

A nonprofit legal firm is seeking an Attorney in their Asian & Pacific Islander Community Outreach Project in Los Angeles, CA. This role involves providing legal representation to low-income tenants, focusing on housing issues and advocating for API communities. Candidates should have a California State Bar membership and 2-5 years of relevant experience. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, along with a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of experience in housing law.
• Demonstrated commitment to low-income communities.
• Ability to work beyond a minimum workday.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct representation to low-income tenants.
• Supervise intake through dedicated language lines.
• Organize community education about housing justice.

Skills

Litigation experience

Knowledge of California housing law

Ability to work under stress

Bilingual in an Asian language

Education

Active membership in the California State Bar

Job description

A nonprofit legal firm is seeking an Attorney in their Asian & Pacific Islander Community Outreach Project in Los Angeles, CA. This role involves providing legal representation to low-income tenants, focusing on housing issues and advocating for API communities. Candidates should have a California State Bar membership and 2-5 years of relevant experience. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, along with a hybrid work schedule.