Staff Attorney - Longview, TX

Lone Star Legal Aid; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid leave and holidays

Retirement plan

CLE & PD support

Loan repayment assistance

Flexible Spending Account

Paternal & Family Leave

Professional development

Job summary

Lone Star Legal Aid in Longview, TX seeks a Staff Attorney toJoin the Longview Branch Office. The role involves gathering evidence, conducting civil lawsuits, drafting legal documents, and advising clients on their rights. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred, with duties extending to outreach and education.

The attorney may supervise staff and handle a diverse caseload, including evening clinics. Qualifications include a law degree from an accredited school and Texas licensure or reciprocity.

Qualifications

• Strong legal writing and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated client service orientation.
• Skilled in interviewing, assessment, problem solving and negotiation.
• Strong ability to work under pressure and make decisions quickly.
• Demonstrated ability to aggressively pursue the rights of the client community.
• Energetic, motivated and self-started.

Responsibilities

• Gather evidence and conduct civil lawsuits.
• Draft legal documents and advise clients on legal rights.
• Interview clients and witnesses; prepare for representation.
• Represent clients in court and before government agencies.
• Engage in outreach and community education; support LSLA mission.
• May supervise subordinate staff and coordinate activities.
• Handle caseloads and participate in evening clinics.

Skills

Strong legal writing

Oral communication

Client service

Interviewing

Negotiation

Decision making under pressure

Client advocacy

Self-motivation

Education

Graduate of an accredited Law School

Job description

Lone Star Legal Aid (LSLA) seeks a Staff Attorney - Longview, TX (JP# LNG 010-2026) for its Longview Branch Office.

LSLA is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit law firm and its mission is to protect and advance the civil rights of low-income Texans by providing advocacy, legal representation, and community education that ensure equal access to justice.

Salary Range: $78,000 – $130-000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Summary of Responsibilities

Staff Attorney must be able to gather evidence, conduct civil lawsuits, draft legal documents, and advise clients about their legal rights. Staff Attorney must also be able to interview clients and witnesses, as well as handle other details in preparation for client legal representation. LSLA Staff Attorney represents clients in court and before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies of government. The applicant interprets laws, rulings, and regulations for clients and the client community. The applicant is involved with outreach, community education, and works with the community to further the mission of LSLA. The successful applicant may supervise and coordinate activities of subordinate legal, clerical, volunteer, or student workers. The applicant will be expected to handle a case load, major litigation, attend evening legal clinics, and participate in community education. Bilingual (Spanish & English) speaking/writing skills preferred.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Graduate of an accredited Law School
• Licensed to practice in Texas or qualify for reciprocity
• Prior legal services or public interest experience preferred

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Strong legal writing and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated client service orientation
• Skilled in interviewing, assessment, problem solving and negotiation
• Strong ability to work under pressure and make decisions quickly
• Demonstrated ability to aggressively pursue the rights of the client community
• Energetic, motivated and self-started

Location: Longview Branch Office: The successful applicant must have reliable transportation to travel throughout all Texas counties served by this office.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision — 100% Employer-Paid Options Available
• Generous Paid Leave & Holidays
• Retirement Plan with 6% Employer Contribution
• Continuing Education (CLE) & Professional Development
• Professional Development
• Loan Repayment Assistance (Attorneys & Law Graduates Only)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paternal & Family Leave

Lone Star Legal Aid is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or veteran status.