Staff Civil Attorney (housing)

The staff civil attorney (housing) will assist clients with a variety of legal issues. The most common practice areas are landlord / tenant disputes, UD, contract disputes and debt collection The attorney will review, assess and respond to inquiries received via our online intake form and at our walk-in clinic. The attorney will provide information and referral, advice and counsel, or representation as appropriate. The attorney will also see clients at our walk-in clinic and may occasionally serve as a clinic supervisor (e.g. open & close, supervise volunteers).

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• licensed to practice law in the State of California and in good standing
• Spanish Fluency (highly desirable)
• commitment to public interest law and a desire to work with underrepresented, low income, and victimized individuals
• excellent oral and written communication skills
• excellent time management skills and ability to work independently
• willing to work on a broad variety of civil cases and issues
• ability to perform excellent and thorough legal research
• excellent interpersonal skills
• flexible, willing to learn and try new things; willing to back-up other VCLA staff
• ability to perform all essential functions (listed below)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

conduct client interviews effectively and compassionately

obtain factual information from clients

communicate clearly and appropriately with clients regarding the status and facts of their case

provide legal information, advice and representation

represent VCLA clients in court and at administrative hearings

keep records as needed in support of organizational development and fundraising

provide legal education to the community

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $96,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Loan forgiveness

Paid time off

Work Location : Hybrid remote in Ventura, CA 93003