Staff Attorney - Public Interest Civil Justice

PUBLIC SRVC LAW CORP OF RCBA; California (MO); On-site; USD 73,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation: 4 weeks

Sick leave: 2 weeks

3% employer 401(k) match

Mileage reimbursement

Bar dues and MCLE reimbursement

MCLE provided

Job summary

Riverside Legal Aid is seeking a full-time Staff Attorney to serve low-income residents across Riverside County. The attorney will provide direct legal services in civil matters, meet with clients, prepare documents, and appear in court. Collaboration with attorneys, paralegals, and community partners is key.

Travel across Riverside County is expected. Spanish-speaking ability is highly preferred, and a commitment to justice and high-quality service is essential.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active California Bar membership in good standing.
• Excellent communication, writing, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic and initiative.
• Spanish-speaking ability is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct legal services to eligible clients, including consultations, legal advice, document preparation, negotiations, and court appearances.
• Assist clients in various civil legal matters and coordinate with attorneys, paralegals, community partners, and staff.
• Participate in legal clinics, community outreach events, Know Your Rights presentations, and related activities to support Riverside Legal Aid’s mission.

Skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Independence

Education

J.D. degree and CA Bar admission

Job description

Riverside Legal Aid is seeking a full-time Staff Attorney to serve low-income residents across Riverside County. The attorney will provide direct legal services in civil matters, meet with clients, prepare documents, and appear in court. Collaboration with attorneys, paralegals, and community partners is key.

Travel across Riverside County is expected. Spanish-speaking ability is highly preferred, and a commitment to justice and high-quality service is essential.