Supervising Attorney - Housing and Consumer Law

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Supervising Attorney - Housing and Consumer Law at Maryland Legal Aid - Baltimore City

Full-Time Position Baltimore, MD

Maryland Legal Aid (MLA) is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Supervising Attorney for their Housing and Consumer Law Unit in the Baltimore City office. This is a full-time position with a salary range of $96, to $110, annually. MLA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, justice, and inclusion.

About Maryland Legal Aid:

- Provides civil legal assistance to low-income and marginalized individuals in Maryland since 1911.
- Dedicated to preserving basic human needs and rights for clients.
- Empowers clients to overcome challenges and achieve stability and independence.
- Plays a vital role in ensuring equal access to justice for those most in need.
- Provides high-quality legal services through staff attorneys, pro bono attorneys, community partners, and general supporters.

Job Summary:

- Full-time Supervising Attorney for the Housing and Consumer Law Unit in Baltimore City.
- Responsible for planning, implementing, and supervising the unit's work.
- Handles a diverse range of housing and consumer law matters.
- Emphasis on litigation in State Courts and the Federal Bankruptcy Court.
- Must be able to handle significant demands of the position.
- Will also carry a case load.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Plan and assign legal work for the unit in coordination with the chief.
- Identify systemic issues and develop strategies to address them.
- Supervise and support the work of staff and advocates.
- Monitor and supervise case handling to ensure quality representation.
- Evaluate staff performance and provide guidance for improvement.
- Guide professional development and address training needs.
- Assist with timekeeping and grant-reporting obligations.
- Encourage staff engagement with the community through outreach and education.
- Handle personnel matters and assist with hiring efforts.
- Assist with data collection, grant reporting, and administrative requirements.
- Fill in for the chief and assume their duties when absent.
- Support local implementation of Access to Counsel in Evictions efforts.
- Participate in client intake and community outreach initiatives.
- Represent and defend clients in Baltimore City District and Circuit Court and Federal Bankruptcy Court.
- Maintain case records in Legal Server case management system.
- Continue professional development and education.
- Support MLA's strategic plan in all aspects of office's work.
- Represent MLA in inter-agency workgroups, task forces, and ad hoc bodies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Admitted to practice in the State of Maryland or eligible for admission.
- . degree from an accredited law school.
- 5+ years of extensive experience in landlord tenant, public and subsidized housing, and consumer law.
- Knowledge of civil law, judicial procedures, and rules of evidence.
- Proficient in using computers and web-based applications.
- Excellent research, critical thinking, writing, and communication skills.
- Self-starter with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to provide quality legal advocacy for low-income and diverse clients.
- Willingness to travel locally and regionally in Maryland.
- Knowledge of Westlaw Edge or other legal research software is a plus.
- Prior experience or interest in public-interest litigation or nonprofit legal services is a plus.

Work Environment:

- Work is typically performed in a general office setting with regular interaction via telephone, videoconference, and email.
- Some work may be performed in community settings.

Benefits:

- Generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) retirement plan.
- 2 weeks paid time off, paid sick leave, and 14 annual paid holidays.
- Possibility of future flexibility with a hybrid work arrangement after the onboarding period.

Additional Requirements:

- Submit a resume and cover letter with online application.
- References will be required during final interview.
- No telephone calls please.
- Position will remain open until filled.

Maryland Legal Aid is committed to equity, justice, and inclusion. They seek to hire employees from diverse backgrounds and perspectives that reflect the communities they serve, including people with disabilities, people of color, women, and members of traditionally underrepresented groups.

If you are a qualified and experienced attorney looking to make a difference in the lives of low-income and marginalized individuals, apply for the Supervising Attorney - Housing and Consumer Law position at Maryland Legal Aid in Baltimore City today!

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Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k)-retirement plan, paid time off, sick leave, paid holidays

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Legal research, case management, supervision, litigation, outreach, advocacy, personnel management, grant reporting, communication, community engagement, case intake, negotiation, trial and appellate representation, strategic planning, computer proficiency, legal software proficiency, public speaking, time management, multitasking

Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

Please submit a resume and cover letter with online application

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school, licensed to practice law in the State of Maryland or eligible for admission in the State of Maryland

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