Veterans Programs Staff Attorney — Hybrid Role

United Against Human Trafficking; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Student loan repayment assistance

Job summary

Houston Volunteer Lawyers seeks a full-time staff attorney for its Veterans programs. The attorney will triage applicants, identify legal needs, provide advice or counsel to clients, and mentor volunteer attorneys.

A high degree of professionalism, autonomy, and self-motivation is required, with a hybrid schedule including Tuesdays at the downtown office and Friday afternoons at the VA Hospital near the Medical Center.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Texas State Bar license in good standing.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent time management and prioritization.
• Ability to work autonomously and mentor volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal consultations to veterans seeking assistance.
• Triaging applicants and identifying legal needs for volunteer representation.
• Counsel clients and, where appropriate, represent veterans directly.
• Mentor and coordinate pro bono attorneys working on HVL cases.
• Collaborate with judges and community partners to serve veterans seeking free legal services.
• Develop subject-matter expertise to support HVL's intake and screening.
• Maintain timely documentation and assist with grant reporting.
• Work a hybrid schedule, including Tuesdays at the downtown office and Friday afternoons at VA Hospital.

Education

Juris Doctor

Texas Bar License

Legal research

Legal writing

Time management

Professional communication

Autonomy

Job description

Houston Volunteer Lawyers seeks a full-time staff attorney for its Veterans programs. The attorney will triage applicants, identify legal needs, provide advice or counsel to clients, and mentor volunteer attorneys.

A high degree of professionalism, autonomy, and self-motivation is required, with a hybrid schedule including Tuesdays at the downtown office and Friday afternoons at the VA Hospital near the Medical Center.