Staff Attorney for Farmworker Civil Rights & Housing

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS); Immokalee (FL); Hybrid; USD 61,200 - 74,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance for employees and dependents

403(b) with employer-paid contribution

Paid leave of up to five weeks PTO and holidays

Job summary

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) is seeking a qualified individual to provide civil legal assistance to low-income farmworkers in Florida. The successful candidate will focus on employment, housing, and individual rights, with responsibilities including client interviews and court representation.

A Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school or CLI certification is required. The position offers a starting salary of $68,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package and a hybrid work model within a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to practice in Florida or maintain active CLI status.
• Knowledge of federal court practices is required.
• Ability to work under high-pressure deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Interview clients and provide legal assistance in employment law.
• Participate in community outreach and education efforts.
• Represent clients in court as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Bilingual (Spanish/Haitian Creole)

Education

Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school

Certified Legal Intern (CLI) Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

CMS knowledge

Job description

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS) is seeking a qualified individual to provide civil legal assistance to low-income farmworkers in Florida. The successful candidate will focus on employment, housing, and individual rights, with responsibilities including client interviews and court representation.

A Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school or CLI certification is required. The position offers a starting salary of $68,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package and a hybrid work model within a professional environment.