Staff Attorney - Public Interest Civil Litigator (Hybrid)

Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas; Midland (TX); Hybrid; USD 66.000 - 81.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas (LANWT) is hiring a Staff Attorney (Full-Time) in Midland, TX. The attorney will provide daily civil legal services to low-income clients, engage in strategic advocacy, and collaborate with community partners to expand access to justice.

The role requires a Texas license (or reciprocity) and strong knowledge of civil procedure and evidence rules. LANWT emphasizes outreach, client-centered representation, and adherence to ethical standards, with occasional

Qualifikationen

• Licensed to practice law in Texas or awaiting Texas Bar reciprocity approval.
• Strong knowledge of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and Texas Rules of Evidence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload, think strategically, and implement projects effectively.
• Fluency in Spanish (preferred).

Aufgaben

• Provide high-quality legal representation to low‑income clients.
• Interview clients and witnesses with cultural competence and trauma-informed practices.
• Conduct legal research, gather evidence, and advise clients of their legal rights and options.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in court and before administrative or quasi-judicial agencies.
• Manage a caseload involving significant litigation and justice-related advocacy.
• Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for clients and community partners.
• Design, develop, and participate in community legal education and outreach initiatives.
• Build and maintain meaningful relationships with community organizations serving low‑income communities.

Ausbildung

Texas Bar admission / reciprocity

Jobbeschreibung

Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas (LANWT) is hiring a Staff Attorney (Full-Time) in Midland, TX. The attorney will provide daily civil legal services to low-income clients, engage in strategic advocacy, and collaborate with community partners to expand access to justice.

The role requires a Texas license (or reciprocity) and strong knowledge of civil procedure and evidence rules. LANWT emphasizes outreach, client-centered representation, and adherence to ethical standards, with occasional