Public Interest Staff Attorney - Hybrid - Dallas

Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas in Dallas, TX, seeks a Staff Attorney (Full-Time) hybrid, to provide daily civil legal services to low‑income clients and engage in strategic advocacy and community outreach. The attorney will handle a range of civil practice areas, supervise staff when needed, and work with community partners to advance access to justice.

The role emphasizes culturally competent representation, collaboration, and adherence to professional standards, with primary duties across

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas or awaiting Texas Bar reciprocity approval.
• Strong knowledge of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and Texas Rules of Evidence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload and think strategically.
• Ability to explain complex legal concepts plainly.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality civil legal representation to low‑income clients.
• Interview clients and witnesses with cultural competence.
• Conduct legal research and advise clients on rights and options.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in court and before administrative agencies.
• Manage a caseload involving significant litigation and advocacy.
• Collaborate with community partners and provide outreach and education.

Skills

Public interest law

Verbal and written communication

Cultural competence

Case management

Legal research

Spanish language skills

Job description

Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas in Dallas, TX, seeks a Staff Attorney (Full-Time) hybrid, to provide daily civil legal services to low‑income clients and engage in strategic advocacy and community outreach. The attorney will handle a range of civil practice areas, supervise staff when needed, and work with community partners to advance access to justice.

The role emphasizes culturally competent representation, collaboration, and adherence to professional standards, with primary duties across