Renter Rights Attorney — Housing Law (Remote)

National Legal Aid & Defender Association; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Student loan repayment assistance

403(b) retirement plan

Relocation assistance

Paid leave

Job summary

The Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA) seeks a Renter Attorney based in Helena, with the option to work remotely. You will represent low-income clients in housing and poverty matters, providing advice, advocacy, and referrals while developing specialized knowledge of housing law.

We offer a 35-hour week, competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, loan repayment assistance, a 403(b) plan, relocation support, generous leave, and opportunities for CLE and

Qualifications

• JD required with admission to Montana Bar or ability to obtain admission.
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Enthusiasm for serving low-income, rural, and underserved populations.

Responsibilities

• Interview and advise eligible clients on civil matters.
• Develop and maintain housing law knowledge and poverty law issues.
• Draft pleadings, correspondence, and memoranda.
• Represent clients in housing-related matters and provide full or brief services.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Client relations

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

The Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA) seeks a Renter Attorney based in Helena, with the option to work remotely. You will represent low-income clients in housing and poverty matters, providing advice, advocacy, and referrals while developing specialized knowledge of housing law.

We offer a 35-hour week, competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, loan repayment assistance, a 403(b) plan, relocation support, generous leave, and opportunities for CLE and