California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc.
Staff Attorney
California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc., San Luis Obispo, California, us, 93403
Staff Attorney
Position:
Staff Attorney
Experience:
6+ months
Location:
(not specified)
Other:
FLSA Exempt, Full-Time, Union Position
WHO WE ARE:
California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. (CRLA) is an anti‑poverty law firm that dismantles unjust systems through community lawyering in California’s historically rural areas. We work with people priced out of private legal representation so they can uphold civil rights in housing, employment, health, and public education. Through our 17 Rural Justice Centers, communities can access a broad range of legal tools, including direct legal services, place‑based advocacy to expand equity in civic institutions, and specialized litigation to advance civil rights.
Reporting to the Directing Attorney, the Staff Attorney provides comprehensive legal services to eligible clients in CRLA priority areas in accordance with CRLA program guidelines, the ABA Standards for Providers of Civil Legal Services, and the Code of Professional Responsibility.
Essential Responsibilities/Duties
Provides legal services to low‑income clients and client groups, including advice, negotiation, litigation, and administrative advocacy in accordance with program priorities and case‑handling policies.
Reviews and supervises the work product of Community Workers and Clerical support staff relating to all clients being advised or represented by him/her.
Undertakes significant statewide impact activity, including institutional and group litigation or community economic development beneficial to the low‑income community.
Develops leadership in working with community, client, and other advocacy groups related to statewide impact issues.
Works to develop specialized knowledge in a substantive area of poverty law and acts as a resource for other staff through participation in at least one CRLA task force.
Coordinates advocacy in substantive areas through collaboration with other human services providers, non‑profit organizations, and community, client, or other advocacy groups.
Participates in CRLA training programs, local office case reviews or staff meetings, or other CRLA activities as required.
Provides community education regarding legal rights and prepares materials relating to these presentations.
Works with members of the private bar as necessary in accordance with CRLA Private Bar Involvement.
Maintains contemporaneous time records in the CRLA case management system.
Maintains a good working relationship with all members of the office staff.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Education And Experience
Admitted to practice law in the State of CA or willing to take the next CA Bar Exam.
Demonstrated commitment to working with low‑income clients.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Able to meet deadlines and perform multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
Good people skills and the ability to maintain positive relations with a diverse population.
Preferred Education And Experience
Experience working with low‑income families and communities.
Experience in a non‑profit legal services environment.
Prior experience in legal services and additional language ability relevant.
Bilingual (English & Spanish).
Compensation & Benefits Staff Attorney: $73,000 – $104,000 yearly salary, depending on years of admission and prior work experience. Competitive public‑interest salary with a generous benefits package including 100% employer‑covered medical, dental, vision, life, and short & long‑term disability insurance for employees, up to 50% coverage for dependents, and a 401(k) retirement plan with immediate CRLA contribution. Professional dues for qualified attorneys (Bar Fees) are paid by CRLA, and up to $8,000 is available for the Law School Loan Reimbursement Assistance Program (LRAP). Paid leave includes 15 days of sick leave, 15 holidays each year, and vacation (15 days for the first year, 20 days thereafter).
Vaccination Requirement CRLA requires all employees to be fully vaccinated, defined as a CDC‑approved COVID vaccination and one booster shot. This offer is contingent on meeting this requirement. Reasonable accommodations are available.
Equal Opportunity California Rural Legal Assistance Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applications from women, persons of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups.
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Position:
Staff Attorney
Experience:
6+ months
Location:
(not specified)
Other:
FLSA Exempt, Full-Time, Union Position
WHO WE ARE:
California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. (CRLA) is an anti‑poverty law firm that dismantles unjust systems through community lawyering in California’s historically rural areas. We work with people priced out of private legal representation so they can uphold civil rights in housing, employment, health, and public education. Through our 17 Rural Justice Centers, communities can access a broad range of legal tools, including direct legal services, place‑based advocacy to expand equity in civic institutions, and specialized litigation to advance civil rights.
Reporting to the Directing Attorney, the Staff Attorney provides comprehensive legal services to eligible clients in CRLA priority areas in accordance with CRLA program guidelines, the ABA Standards for Providers of Civil Legal Services, and the Code of Professional Responsibility.
Essential Responsibilities/Duties
Provides legal services to low‑income clients and client groups, including advice, negotiation, litigation, and administrative advocacy in accordance with program priorities and case‑handling policies.
Reviews and supervises the work product of Community Workers and Clerical support staff relating to all clients being advised or represented by him/her.
Undertakes significant statewide impact activity, including institutional and group litigation or community economic development beneficial to the low‑income community.
Develops leadership in working with community, client, and other advocacy groups related to statewide impact issues.
Works to develop specialized knowledge in a substantive area of poverty law and acts as a resource for other staff through participation in at least one CRLA task force.
Coordinates advocacy in substantive areas through collaboration with other human services providers, non‑profit organizations, and community, client, or other advocacy groups.
Participates in CRLA training programs, local office case reviews or staff meetings, or other CRLA activities as required.
Provides community education regarding legal rights and prepares materials relating to these presentations.
Works with members of the private bar as necessary in accordance with CRLA Private Bar Involvement.
Maintains contemporaneous time records in the CRLA case management system.
Maintains a good working relationship with all members of the office staff.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Education And Experience
Admitted to practice law in the State of CA or willing to take the next CA Bar Exam.
Demonstrated commitment to working with low‑income clients.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Able to meet deadlines and perform multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
Good people skills and the ability to maintain positive relations with a diverse population.
Preferred Education And Experience
Experience working with low‑income families and communities.
Experience in a non‑profit legal services environment.
Prior experience in legal services and additional language ability relevant.
Bilingual (English & Spanish).
Compensation & Benefits Staff Attorney: $73,000 – $104,000 yearly salary, depending on years of admission and prior work experience. Competitive public‑interest salary with a generous benefits package including 100% employer‑covered medical, dental, vision, life, and short & long‑term disability insurance for employees, up to 50% coverage for dependents, and a 401(k) retirement plan with immediate CRLA contribution. Professional dues for qualified attorneys (Bar Fees) are paid by CRLA, and up to $8,000 is available for the Law School Loan Reimbursement Assistance Program (LRAP). Paid leave includes 15 days of sick leave, 15 holidays each year, and vacation (15 days for the first year, 20 days thereafter).
Vaccination Requirement CRLA requires all employees to be fully vaccinated, defined as a CDC‑approved COVID vaccination and one booster shot. This offer is contingent on meeting this requirement. Reasonable accommodations are available.
Equal Opportunity California Rural Legal Assistance Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applications from women, persons of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups.
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