Michigan Poverty Law Program
Legal Services of Eastern Michigan - Attorney – Housing Practice Group
Michigan Poverty Law Program, Flint, Michigan, United States, 48567
Legal Services of Eastern Michigan -Attorney – Housing Practice Group
Legal Services of Eastern Michigan is a nonprofit civil law firm which has been providing legal assistance to marginalized community members for over 50 years. It serves 14 mid-Michigan counties from offices in Flint and Saginaw. The agency’s mission is to provide civil legal services for those who need it the most and have the least access. We envision communities where individuals have affordable access to resources to meet their justice needs and can pursue their legal rights through effective advocacy.
Position Overview This position will be primarily responsible for managing a docket of landlord-tenant cases with a focus on eviction defense, including client representation, negotiation, and preparation of legal documents. The attorney will also conduct scheduled housing-related client intake, provide outreach and education on tenants’ rights and housing stability, and engage with community partners, coalitions, and task forces addressing housing and homelessness issues.
Responsibilities
Provide quality legal representation in accordance with grant guidelines and LSEM’s procedures
Represent clients through litigation, administrative advocacy, document preparation, and community advocacy
Ensure compliance with funding requirements and prepare documentation required for funder reports as requested
Coordinate with Supervising or Managing Attorneys to ensure holistic, high-quality legal representation is provided in the best interests of the client
Participate in stakeholder and partner meetings for planning and evaluation
Conduct legal education and information sessions as required to promote the program
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
Excellent legal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills with an ability to translate analysis into non-technical terms
Ability to relate comfortably to individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, economic, and cultural backgrounds
Knowledge of communities served and demonstrated ability to forge community collaborations
Knowledge of and demonstrated commitment to civil rights and social justice
Proven analytical skills and technical expertise
Qualifications
Juris Doctor
Admission to Michigan Bar
Attorneys with little to no prior experience are welcome to apply; training and mentorship will be provided
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and dependent on union scale.
Benefits include but are not limited to: paid holidays; paid sick, vacation, and personal days; medical, life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance; a retirement plan with matched employer contribution; a student loan repayment plan; a professional development allowance; and an annual employer contribution to a flexible spending account.
LSEM is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all potentially qualified applicants to apply.
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Position Overview This position will be primarily responsible for managing a docket of landlord-tenant cases with a focus on eviction defense, including client representation, negotiation, and preparation of legal documents. The attorney will also conduct scheduled housing-related client intake, provide outreach and education on tenants’ rights and housing stability, and engage with community partners, coalitions, and task forces addressing housing and homelessness issues.
Responsibilities
Provide quality legal representation in accordance with grant guidelines and LSEM’s procedures
Represent clients through litigation, administrative advocacy, document preparation, and community advocacy
Ensure compliance with funding requirements and prepare documentation required for funder reports as requested
Coordinate with Supervising or Managing Attorneys to ensure holistic, high-quality legal representation is provided in the best interests of the client
Participate in stakeholder and partner meetings for planning and evaluation
Conduct legal education and information sessions as required to promote the program
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
Excellent legal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills with an ability to translate analysis into non-technical terms
Ability to relate comfortably to individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, economic, and cultural backgrounds
Knowledge of communities served and demonstrated ability to forge community collaborations
Knowledge of and demonstrated commitment to civil rights and social justice
Proven analytical skills and technical expertise
Qualifications
Juris Doctor
Admission to Michigan Bar
Attorneys with little to no prior experience are welcome to apply; training and mentorship will be provided
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and dependent on union scale.
Benefits include but are not limited to: paid holidays; paid sick, vacation, and personal days; medical, life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance; a retirement plan with matched employer contribution; a student loan repayment plan; a professional development allowance; and an annual employer contribution to a flexible spending account.
LSEM is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all potentially qualified applicants to apply.
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