Job Description **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (LANWT) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Staff Attorney for our Home Preservation Project (HPP) in the Midland, Odessa, San Angelo, and Abilene, Texas offices. This is a full-time, regular position that offers a hybrid remote work arrangement. The successful candidate will have a passion for public interest law and a commitment to providing high-quality legal services to low-income individuals and families. They will also have the opportunity to engage in strategic advocacy and outreach efforts to serve the community.
Position: Staff Attorney – Home Preservation Project (HPP)
Location: Hybrid/Remote – Midland, Odessa, San Angelo, Abilene, Texas
Salary: Starting at $66,500 per year, with potential for higher salary based on experience
Benefits: Paid vacation and holidays, retirement plan, health, dental, and life insurance
Experience: Prior experience in contested landlord-tenant, housing, or foreclosure prevention cases preferred; experience in litigation cases also preferred
Qualifications:
- Licensed to practice law in Texas - Strong understanding of Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and Evidence - Prior experience in legal services, public interest, or volunteer work serving low-income individuals preferred - Fluent in Spanish (verbal and written) preferred - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Ability to think and plan strategically and implement projects - Strong work ethic and sense of accountability - Ability to travel for work on occasion
Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality representation to clients in accordance with LANWT’s policies and procedures - Handle a caseload involving substantial litigation and other advocacy efforts - Attend evening legal clinics and participate in community legal education programs - Establish relationships with community organizations and conduct intake at shelters - Engage in outreach efforts offered by LANWT - Supervise and coordinate activities of legal, clerical, volunteer, or student workers
The Staff Attorney for the Home Preservation Project will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in reducing poverty by providing equitable access to the civil justice system. They will handle a variety of civil legal matters, including housing, foreclosure prevention, landlord-tenant, consumer, probate, special education, public benefits, and bankruptcy cases. The successful candidate will also work closely with the community and low-income community groups to further LANWT’s mission.
The ideal candidate will be licensed to practice law in Texas and have prior experience in contested landlord-tenant, housing, or foreclosure prevention cases. They should also have a strong understanding of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and Evidence, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills. The ability to think and plan strategically and implement projects is also important, as well as a strong work ethic and sense of accountability.
LANWT offers a competitive salary starting at $66,500 per year, with the potential for a higher salary based on experience. The organization also provides an excellent benefits package, including paid vacation and holidays, a retirement plan, and health, dental, and life insurance. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a hybrid remote arrangement, providing flexibility for their work schedule.
To apply for this position, interested candidates should submit a cover letter expressing their interest, a resume, and three professional references. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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