Legal Services of Eastern Missouri · 20 hours ago
Staff Attorney- Housing Law Program
St. Louis,MO,US
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$66K/yr - $99K/yr
2+ years expLegal Services of Eastern Missouri is a non-profit law firm that provides free legal assistance to low-income individuals. They are seeking a full-time Staff Attorney for their Housing Law Program to provide legal representation in housing-related cases and engage in systemic advocacy.
Legal
Responsibilities
Conducting client interviews, investigation, and fact gathering
Drafting pleadings, written discovery, correspondence, and memoranda
Conducting legal research and analysis
Engaging in trial work and making other court appearances
Conducting discovery, document review, and taking depositions
Participating in community outreach and presentations
Working collaboratively with other Legal Services programs and community partners; and
Other work as assigned or taken on
Qualification
Required
JD and admitted to practice in Missouri (or eligible to be admitted)
Strong litigation and advocacy skills
Ability to relate well and work with low-income clients and collaborate with community stakeholders
Strong communication skills, work ethic, flexibility and teamwork
Strong organizational skills
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office
Open to creative and innovative ways of fulfilling the legal aid mission
Preferred
At least 2 years of experience as a practicing attorney preferred, but not required
Demonstrated commitment to public interest law work or to legal services for the poor strongly preferred
Familiarity with case management software preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
A generous time off policy (starting at 4 weeks per year)
11 paid holidays
12 weeks paid parental leave
403(b) and 401(a) retirement plans
Long-term disability and life insurance
Employee assistance plan
Flexible spending accounts
An in-person/remote hybrid work option
Company
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri advances justice through legal representation, education and supportive services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.03MKey Investors
Bayer Fund
2021-02-22Grant· $0.03M
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