Description:

Job Summary:
A Legal Services Corporation, a non-profit law firm that provides free legal assistance to people living with low income/low opportunity, seeks a full-time, temporary Staff Attorney to work in its Housing Law Program for one year. This program assists families and individuals facing eviction, loss of housing assistance, poor living conditions, discrimination and other housing issues.

The Staff Attorney will work with low-income families and individuals providing legal representation in state court and administrative proceedings. Additionally, this position may involve systemic advocacy through impact litigation in state and federal court, community lawyering and outreach, and other forms of broad-based advocacy as appropriate.

Responsibilities:

Conducting client interviews, investigation, and fact gathering;
Drafting pleadings, written discovery, correspondence, and memoranda;
Conducting legal research and analysis;
Engaging in trial work and making other court appearances;
Conducting discovery, document review, and taking depositions;
Participating in community outreach and presentations;
Working collaboratively with other Legal Services programs and community partners;

Qualifications:

JD and admitted to practice in Missouri (or eligible to be admitted)
At least 2 years of experience as a practicing attorney preferred, but not required
Demonstrated commitment to public interest law work or to legal services for the poor strongly preferred
Strong litigation and advocacy skills
Ability to relate well and work with low-income clients and collaborate with community stakeholders
Strong communication skills, work ethic, flexibility and teamwork
Strong organizational skills
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office
Familiarity with case management software preferred
Open to creative and innovative ways of fulfilling the legal aid mission