Staff Attorney, Survivors’ Rights (LASSA) — Houston

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plan

CLE & professional development

Loan repayment assistance

FSA

Family leave

Job summary

Lone Star Legal Aid seeks a Staff Attorney for the Individual Safety Unit in Houston, TX. The role involves handling civil cases, educating the community, and providing legal representation to survivors of sexual assault.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited law school, Texas bar eligibility, and strong writing and advocacy skills. Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred. The office emphasizes outreach and community service.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Gather evidence and conduct civil lawsuits.
• Draft legal documents and advise clients about their rights.
• Interview clients and witnesses; prepare for representation.
• Represent clients in court and before government agencies; interpret laws for clients.

Skills

Legal writing

Oral communication

Client service

Interviewing

Negotiation

Decision making

Education

Graduate of an accredited Law School

Job description

Lone Star Legal Aid seeks a Staff Attorney for the Individual Safety Unit in Houston, TX. The role involves handling civil cases, educating the community, and providing legal representation to survivors of sexual assault.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited law school, Texas bar eligibility, and strong writing and advocacy skills. Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred. The office emphasizes outreach and community service.