Housing Law Attorney

Full-time

No

H1: Housing Law Attorney Opening in Waterbury, CT with Connecticut Legal Services, Inc. (CLS)
H2: Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Low-Income Communities

Organization: Connecticut Legal Services, Inc. (CLS)
Position: Housing Law Attorney
Location: Waterbury, CT

Are you a dedicated attorney looking to use your legal training to improve the lives of low-income people? Connecticut Legal Services, Inc. (CLS) is seeking a committed attorney to join our team as we work towards providing equal justice and improved life opportunities for low-income communities in Connecticut. This is a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

CLS is currently seeking an attorney to fill a position in our Right to Counsel Program (RTC). This program focuses on eviction defense and other housing matters in Waterbury, Danbury, and Litchfield. As an attorney with CLS, you will have the opportunity to represent families and individuals in administrative hearings and state and federal courts, as well as advocate for changes in laws and systems to benefit low-income communities.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about advocating for low-income, vulnerable, and marginalized communities and who share our mission, vision, goals, and values. As an attorney with CLS, you will have the opportunity to work in a holistic and client-centered environment, addressing complex and systemic client issues through collaboration with other legal services lawyers and community agencies.

Responsibilities:
- Maintain an active caseload of representation and advice cases, including regular remote or in-person court appearances and administrative hearings appearances
- Conduct community outreach remotely and in-person, and coordinate with other social service agencies working with our clients
- Identify larger trends and issues for our clients and work with the CLS Housing Unit to develop strategies to respond to those trends and issues

Qualifications:
- Deep and demonstrated commitment to advocacy on behalf of low-income, vulnerable, and marginalized communities, and to CLS’ mission, vision, goals, and values
- Connecticut bar admission
- Spanish language fluency (preferred)
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to write persuasively and clearly, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations
- Demonstrated ability both to collaborate closely with colleagues and also to work independently when necessary
- Creativity and flexibility in solving problems and meeting challenges

Start Date: As soon as possible
Compensation: Salary depends on experience ($61,362-$120,584); excellent vacation/leave, health, and other benefits.

Application:
Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Please send a cover letter clearly describing your qualifications, a resume, a 3-7 page original writing sample, and the names and contact information for three references to . In your cover letter, we invite you to include a statement about how your unique background and/or experiences might contribute to the diversity, cultural vitality, and perspective of our staff and legal services practice.

We will review applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled. In order to expedite the internal reviewing process, please type your name (Last, First) and “Housing Attorney-Waterbury Application” as the only contents in the subject line of your e-mail.

CLS is an equal opportunity employer and contractor. We proudly value diversity and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

Organization Description:
CLS is Connecticut’s largest non-profit law firm, providing free legal help to low-income people in areas including housing, consumer, elder, family law, public benefits, education, immigration, employment, and disability. With a staff of approximately 70 in seven offices across Connecticut, CLS fights for equal justice and improved life opportunities for more than 12,000 people every year.

Not applicable

Excellent vacation/leave, health, and other benefits.

Spanish fluency preferred

Legal training, advocacy, communication, collaboration, problem-solving, diversity.

Not specified

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and three references to .

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