Description:

Position Overview:
Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Inc.

Job Announcement

Staff Attorney (non-Profit)
Location: Norristown (montgomery County, Pa)
Schedule: Full-Time
Salary: Starting at $65,500 – Commensurate with Experience

Summary:
Legal Aid of Southeastern Pa (“lasp”) Seeks a Dedicated Attorney to Provide Civil Legal Services in Its Norristown Office in Montgomery County. Lasp Serves Individuals with Low Incomes in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery Counties.

This Position Has Historically Focused on Landlord-Tenant Matters, Including Private Residential Rental Issues Such as Eviction Defense, Habitability Concerns, and Enforcement of Rights for Subsidized and Public Housing Residents. the Position May Also Involve Handling Cases Related to Bankruptcy, Consumer Law, Public Benefits, and Other Areas as Assigned.

This Is a Full-Time Position. Staff Currently Work on A Hybrid Basis. the Successful Candidate Will Be Expected to Perform Both In-Office and Remote Work.

Key Responsibilities:

Interviewing Clients, Determining Eligibility for Services, and Investigating Facts.
Conducting Legal Research and Interpreting Statutes, Case Law, Regulations, and Other Sources of Law.
Providing Advice and Counsel to Clients.
Preparing Legal Documents, Including but Not Limited to Briefs, Pleadings, Motions, Notices, Correspondence, Memoranda, Discovery, and Responses.
Developing Case Strategies and Preparing Witnesses for Hearings and Trials.
Representing Clients in Trial and Appellate Courts and Before Quasi-Judicial or Administrative Agencies.
Reviewing Decisions and Consulting with Management Regarding Potential Appeals.
Engaging with External Professional and Community Organizations Relevant to Casework.
Conducting Clinics, Community Education, and Workshops.
Participating in Lasp Team Efforts, Including Affinity Groups and Task Forces.
Developing Knowledge of Community Needs and Referral Resources.
Enhancing Skills Through Training, Cle, and Other Professional Development Opportunities.
Adhering to All Professional Standards of Ethics and Practice.
Completing Administrative Tasks, Including Case Management Entries, Timekeeping, and File Maintenance.
Ensuring Compliance with Grant and Contract Requirements and Assisting with Reporting.
Performing Other Duties as Assigned.

Supervisor:
Norristown Office Managing Attorney

Qualifications:

License to Practice Law in Pennsylvania or Admission in Another Jurisdiction with Eligibility for Pennsylvania Admission.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Case Management Software, and Online Legal Research Tools.
Demonstrated Commitment to Public Interest Law and Serving Low-Income and Vulnerable Populations.
Strong Written and Oral Advocacy and Organizational Skills.
Ability to Handle Complex Cases and Develop Creative Legal Strategies.
Spanish Language Fluency Is Desirable.

Compensation and Benefits:
Lasp Offers a Competitive Salary Starting at $65,500, Commensurate with Experience, and A Comprehensive Benefits Package, Including:

401(k) Retirement Plan with Generous Employer Contributions
Health Insurance with 100% Employer-Paid Premiums
Ancillary Benefits
Generous Paid Leave, Including Holidays, Floating Holidays, Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Parental Leave

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Lasp Is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Does Not Discriminate on The Basis of Race, Color, Sex (including Pregnancy, Gender Identity, and Sexual Orientation), National Origin, Age (40 or Older), Disability, Genetic Information, or Any Other Protected Characteristic Under Applicable Law.

This Policy Applies to All Employment Practices, Including Hiring, Recruitment, Promotion, Termination, Compensation, Benefits, and Training. Employment Decisions Are Based Solely on Qualifications, Merit, and Organizational Needs.

To Apply:
Send a Resume and Cover Letter, Including the Job Title (norristown Staff Attorney), To: