Senior Supervising Attorney — Housing & Tenant Justice

The Public Law Center (PLC); Santa Ana (CA); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Public Law Center (PLC) in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a Supervising Attorney for its Housing and Homelessness Prevention Unit. You will supervise staff, handle complex tenant cases, and lead advocacy efforts to improve access to affordable housing.

You will mentor attorneys, collaborate with the Directing Attorney and development staff, and represent clients in court and in policy discussions. This is a full-time role based in Southern California with some travel.

Formación

• Active membership in the California State Bar or eligibility to practice under State Bar Multijurisdictional Practice Program.
• Minimum five years’ experience, with at least three years in state court litigation, preferably housing and unlawful detainer.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and LegalServer.
• Strong public speaking skills and ability to communicate with diverse audiences.
• Experience supervising legal staff.
• Must be able to work from the office several days a week and travel within Southern California; based in Santa Ana, CA.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as a member of PLC’s leadership team and participate in office-wide governance.
• Handle a diverse caseload for low-income tenants; eviction defense, housing issues; in-court representation required.
• Assist with impact litigation and policy advocacy.
• Ensure grant compliance, compile reports, and respond to audits for housing unit funding.
• Provide trainings and community education; participate in outreach and events.
• Supervise four to five staff and volunteers to ensure quality services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Public speaking

Excellent written communication

Staff supervision

Legal office software

Educación

Active California State Bar member or eligibility

Herramientas

Microsoft Office Suite

LegalServer

Descripción del empleo

The Public Law Center (PLC) in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a Supervising Attorney for its Housing and Homelessness Prevention Unit. You will supervise staff, handle complex tenant cases, and lead advocacy efforts to improve access to affordable housing.

You will mentor attorneys, collaborate with the Directing Attorney and development staff, and represent clients in court and in policy discussions. This is a full-time role based in Southern California with some travel.