Staff Attorney: Housing Rights & Eviction Defense

LEGAL AID OF WEST VIRGINIA INC; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Paid holidays

Continuing legal education

Job summary

Legal Aid of West Virginia in Parkersburg is seeking a Staff Attorney to provide direct legal representation on housing-related matters for low-income clients. You will address evictions, subsidies, habitability, and fair housing while educating communities about housing rights and resources.

The role emphasizes client-centered advocacy, collaboration with local partners, and working with survivors and vulnerable populations to preserve housing stability.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school is required.
• Licensed to practice law in West Virginia and in good standing or eligible for WV Bar admission under Rule 9.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct legal representation and counsel on housing-related matters.
• Handle eviction defense, housing subsidies, habitability, and fair housing issues.
• Engage in outreach and community education to inform clients of housing rights.
• Collaborate with local housing agencies, service providers, and government partners.

Skills

Legal advocacy

Oral communication

Written communication

Caseload management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Legal Aid of West Virginia in Parkersburg is seeking a Staff Attorney to provide direct legal representation on housing-related matters for low-income clients. You will address evictions, subsidies, habitability, and fair housing while educating communities about housing rights and resources.

The role emphasizes client-centered advocacy, collaboration with local partners, and working with survivors and vulnerable populations to preserve housing stability.