Housing & Consumer Rights Staff Attorney

Neighborhood Legal Services (Pennsylvania); Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Healthcare coverage

Life/ADD insurance

Parental leave

HRA

403b/Roth 403b

Vision insurance

FSAs

Transportation election

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Neighborhood Legal Services is seeking a Staff Attorney for the Pittsburgh Office to provide comprehensive legal representation in housing matters, including eviction prevention, and to handle related consumer law issues. The attorney will appear in court and provide phone advice, with occasional outreach to Beaver, Butler, and New Castle Offices.

The role emphasizes high-volume case work, client service, and adherence to program policies, with opportunities to engage in outreach and

Formación

• Admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania or eligible for admission.
• Strong computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent interpersonal and client service skills.
• Reliable transportation to attend off-site locations as needed.

Responsabilidades

• Screen clients for eligibility and make referrals.
• Conduct client interviews and perform factual investigation and legal research.
• Develop case theory and strategy; represent clients in negotiations, hearings, trials, and appeals.
• Enter time promptly and maintain case files per policy.
• Provide outreach to communities and participate in professional organizations.
• Stay current on matters of law.

Conocimientos

Microsoft Office

Organization

Client service

Reliable transportation

Educación

Bar admission in PA or eligible for PA admission

Descripción del empleo

Neighborhood Legal Services is seeking a Staff Attorney for the Pittsburgh Office to provide comprehensive legal representation in housing matters, including eviction prevention, and to handle related consumer law issues. The attorney will appear in court and provide phone advice, with occasional outreach to Beaver, Butler, and New Castle Offices.

The role emphasizes high-volume case work, client service, and adherence to program policies, with opportunities to engage in outreach and