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Attorney in Asheville, NC

Pisgah Legal Services Oct 11,2021 Sep 08,2021 Location USA Asheville NC
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Generalist Attorney Responsibilities: Represent and advise clients in judicial and administrative hearings in landlord/tenant, foreclosure, consumer, public benefits and other poverty law areas as needed. Conduct client interviews with trauma-informed approach; advise and represent clients in Small Claims, District and Superior courts or administrative proceedings as appropriate. (This may include representation, preparation for self-representation, obtaining continuances for assessment, and referring cases to other attorneys.). Document all work in Legal Server case management software. Organize and conduct outreach and educational presentations. Develop and maintain community relationships including other non-profit agencies, government officials, government employees, community leaders and others. Travel within the service area and also to meetings or conferences in other parts of NC. Adhere to program priorities and case handling policies, procedures and standards of practice, as well as the highest professional and ethical standards. Keep abreast of developments in the law and disseminate information to staff, volunteer attorneys and the public. Work with volunteers, including volunteer attorneys, on a regular basis. Assist in fundraising in coordination with PLS Development Team.

Qualification and Experience

Qualifications: N.C. licensed attorney. Demonstrated skills at socio-economic and cultural sensitivity and ability to assist upset or ill people. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills. Fluency in Spanish would be an asset. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with teams and independently. Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income people and communities.

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