Staff Attorney – Housing Rights Clinic (Tenant Rights)

University of San Diego; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

University of San Diego’s Housing Rights Legal Clinic seeks a Staff Attorney to provide direct client representation, manage a housing rights caseload, and supervise law students and interns under the supervision of clinic professors and staff.

The position involves supervision of interns, grant reporting, and outreach in English and Spanish across San Diego County. A J.D. and active California Bar membership are required, with ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active California State Bar in good standing.
• At least one year of related legal experience.
• Familiarity with computerized case management systems.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and spoken communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload representing clients and consult with supervising attorneys to determine legal strategy.
• Help supervise the Eviction Negotiation Program for tenants facing trial.
• Provide secondary supervision for paralegals, support staff, and legal interns.
• Develop orientation and training programs for legal interns.
• Monitor case management procedures and record-keeping for the clinics.
• Assist Professor of Practice with annual grant applications and reporting.
• Coordinate English/Spanish outreach and education events in San Diego County.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Bilingual Spanish

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

University of San Diego’s Housing Rights Legal Clinic seeks a Staff Attorney to provide direct client representation, manage a housing rights caseload, and supervise law students and interns under the supervision of clinic professors and staff.

The position involves supervision of interns, grant reporting, and outreach in English and Spanish across San Diego County. A J.D. and active California Bar membership are required, with ability to travel as needed.