Public-Interest Self-Help Attorney – Court Access Advocate

Superior Court of California, County of Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual merit increases

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision/佰

CalPERS pension with employee contrib.

Deferred compensation options

Generous leave

Job summary

Superior Court of California, County of Riverside seeks a Self-Help Attorney to assist self-represented litigants with court procedures and resources. You will help develop the Self-Help Program across Riverside County, with emphasis on mid-county and desert locations.

You will create workshops, digital content, and educational materials while collaborating with court personnel and community partners to expand access to legal information and services.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• Four (4) years of experience, including at least two (2) years in civil and/or probate law and two (2) years providing legal services within a legal aid, public interest, or self-help organization in California.
• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.
• Preference for proficiency with Court forms software and bilingual Spanish.
• Ability to travel between Court locations; valid California Driver License required for work travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer the Court's Self-Help Program focusing on civil and probate matters.
• Provide legal information, procedural assistance, and conduct legal research.
• Develop educational resources and workshops; create presentations and digital content.
• Collaborate with Court staff and community partners; supervise staff and interns as assigned.

Skills

Legal research

Court procedures

Communication skills

Public service mindset

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Court forms software

Job description

Superior Court of California, County of Riverside seeks a Self-Help Attorney to assist self-represented litigants with court procedures and resources. You will help develop the Self-Help Program across Riverside County, with emphasis on mid-county and desert locations.

You will create workshops, digital content, and educational materials while collaborating with court personnel and community partners to expand access to legal information and services.