Central California Legal Services ยท 2 months ago
CCLS Staff Attorney - Consumer/Senior/Public Benefits (Merced)
Merced,CA,US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$71K/yr - $111K/yr
3+ years expCentral California Legal Services (CCLS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing free civil legal services to low-income individuals. The Staff Attorney will represent seniors and dependent adults in various legal matters, engage in outreach, and build relationships with community organizations.
LegalProfessional ServicesSocial Assistance
Responsibilities
Represent senior and consumer clients in estate planning, public benefits, and consumer matters, including direct services, administrative hearings, and affirmative litigation
Initiate litigation to prevent and remedy unlawful acts against seniors and consumers
Work with the team to accomplish the grant-related project goals, maintain accurate records, and provide monthly written reports
Participate in organizing, conducting, and attending community outreach events and legal workshops/clinics across the Central Valley
Maintain ongoing relationships with CCLS attorneys, pro bono attorneys and volunteers, support centers, and community-based partners and service providers
Assist with provision of in-person, legal services at the CCLS Los Banos satellite office
Attend national or regional trainings as deemed necessary and/or helpful to CCLS, and provide training on lessons learned to other CCLS staff
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Active member in good standing of the State Bar of California
Minimum 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney
Collaborative, team-oriented individual able to work with colleagues and external partners
Ability to assume responsibility quickly, comfortable under pressure, and able to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Have an organized, detailed approach
Ability to work with a wide range of clients in a kind, appropriate, client-centered manner
Commitment to CCLS' mission and core values
Ability to travel as needed, proof of liability and property insurance on vehicle used
Preferred
Civil litigation experience strongly preferred
Bilingual ability strongly preferred
Company
Central California Legal Services
Central California Legal Services is a non-profit organization that provides civil legal assistance and free legal services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Shawn Joost
Director of Pro Bono and Strategic Partnerships
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