Overview: - LANWT is a non-profit public interest law firm providing free civil legal services to low-income persons in 114 counties in North and West Texas - Seeking a dynamic, self-starting individual with a demonstrated commitment to public interest law - Position is located in Weatherford, Texas and is a Hybrid Remote role
Position: - Staff Attorney for Home Preservation Project - Full time, regular position - Must be licensed to practice law in Texas
Responsibilities: - Gather evidence, advise clients, draft legal documents, and conduct civil lawsuits - Represent clients in court and before government agencies - Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for clients and the community - Provide legal assistance in areas such as employment, housing, foreclosure prevention, consumer, probate, special education, and social security - Emphasis on eviction defense, landlord-tenant law, and housing related matters - Design and carry out outreach and community legal education programs - Supervise and coordinate activities of legal, clerical, volunteer, or student workers
Qualifications: - Licensed to practice law in Texas - Prior experience in contested landlord-tenant, housing, and/or foreclosure prevention cases preferred - Strong understanding of Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and Evidence - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written - Ability to think and plan strategically and develop projects - Fluent in Spanish preferred - Strong work ethic and sense of accountability - Ability to travel occasionally for work
Salary: - Current entry-level salary for new attorney is $66,500 per year - Salary for successful applicant may be higher based on experience
Benefits: - Excellent benefits package including paid vacation and holidays, retirement plan, and health, dental, and life insurance
To Apply: - Submit cover letter expressing interest, resume, and three professional references during application process
H2: Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Weatherford, Texas
Bullet Points: - Seeking dynamic, self-starting individual with commitment to public interest law - Must be licensed to practice law in Texas - Responsibilities include gathering evidence, advising clients, drafting legal documents, and conducting civil lawsuits - Emphasis on eviction defense, landlord-tenant law, and housing related matters - Design and carry out outreach and community legal education programs - Excellent benefits package and opportunity for salary increase based on experience - Submit cover letter, resume, and three professional references during application process
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