Staff Attorney - Tenants' Right to Counsel Project (TRCP)

1-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

H1: Join Maryland Legal Aid's Tenants' Right to Counsel Project as a Staff Attorney in Mid-Western Maryland!
H2: Advocate for housing justice and prevent evictions in Frederick, MD with MLA's TRCP team.

Organization: Maryland Legal Aid (MLA)
Position: Staff Attorney - Tenants' Right to Counsel Project (TRCP)
Job Type: Full-time
Experience: 1-7 years preferred
Location: Mid-Western Maryland, Frederick, MD
Salary Range: $74, - $115, annually

JOB SUMMARY:

- Join the dedicated team at MLA's TRCP to provide life-changing civil legal assistance to low-income and marginalized individuals and communities in Maryland.
- Represent clients facing eviction or forced displacement, advocate before administrative agencies, and engage in community outreach initiatives.
- Gain valuable legal skills and make a meaningful impact in the housing justice movement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Handle a full caseload of eviction cases, including trial practice, client communication, negotiations, and writing for litigation.
- Advocate before administrative agencies and participate in client intake and outreach initiatives.
- Maintain case records and continue professional development through trainings.
- Assist with broader advocacy efforts, such as policy advocacy and media engagement.
- Other duties as assigned within the scope of the position's essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Admitted to practice in the State of Maryland or eligible for admission.
- Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Knowledge of civil law, judicial procedures, and evidence rules.
- Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Office 365.
- Strong research, critical thinking, writing, and communication skills.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to providing quality legal representation for low-income and diverse clients.
- Willingness to travel locally and regionally in Maryland.
- Spanish language proficiency is a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

- Work is primarily performed in a general office setting, with some community work.

BENEFITS:

- Competitive salary based on experience and union scale.
- Generous benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with employer contributions, paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
- Eligibility for loan assistance repayment program.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

- Submit resume, writing sample, and cover letter with online application.
- References will be required at final interview.
- Equal opportunity employer, seeking diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

Join the team at MLA's TRCP and make a difference in the lives of economically disadvantaged and vulnerable Marylanders. Apply now!

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Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Hybrid Work Arrangement

Spanish proficiency preferred

Legal Representation, Trial Practice, Negotiation, Communication, Client Intake, Case Management, Research, Critical Thinking, Writing, Advocacy, Public Speaking

Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Submit a resume, legal writing sample, and cover letter through online application, References will be required at the time of final interview

Qualification and Experience Admitted to practice in the State of Maryland or eligible for admission, Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school, Knowledge of civil law principles and court procedures, Computer proficiency, Excellent research and writing skills, Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines, Ability to provide quality legal representation for low-income clients, Ability to travel locally and regionally in Maryland

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