Job Description
ABOUT LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF SAN BERNARDINO
Legal Aid of San Bernardino (LASSB) has an immediate, full-time position for a Domestic Violence/Family Law Attorney. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to serving disadvantaged populations. We will give preference to candidates who know poverty law and have experience providing services to low-income individuals. This position is hybrid and will be primarily remote except for court appearances.
LASSB assists low-income communities by representing low-income tenants in eviction proceedings, collaboration with community-based organizations, and affirmative litigation to challenge abusive and discriminatory behaviors that displace low-income families and eliminate affordable housing. Our organization advocates for the rights of low-income people, and we believe the right team with a powerful vision can change how society contributes to their success. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to serving disadvantaged populations.
Qualifications:
Active membership in the California State Bar
Knowledge of landlord-tenant, housing law, and the eviction process
Litigation experience preferred
Demonstrated commitment to serving the needs of low-income persons
Demonstrated ability to function professionally and effectively within a highly stressful environment
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to work effectively with government agencies, staff, volunteers, students, attorneys, and community members
Excellent writing and public speaking skills; and
Experience in trial advocacy and negotiation strongly preferred
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent oral/written communication, research skills, and computer competency
Organizational and case management skills
Ability to work effectively as a team member
Spanish language proficiency is preferred but not required
Essential Functions:
Interview applicants, assess their legal issues, and provide legal services including legal research and factual investigation, counsel and advice, brief services and document preparation, dispute resolution, and representation of clients in administrative and judicial proceedings
Provide attorney services in DV and family law matters such as dissolution, child custody, spousal support, domestic violence restraining orders, etc.
Offer legal support in family law cases, including drafting and overseeing document drafting, court appearances, trial preparation, and more.
Direct representation on DVRO or if issues cannot be resolved informally
· Provide legal support to non-attorney staff and pro bono volunteers assisting with client intake and legal services
Provide accurate and complete information for grant reporting to grant funders, including documenting services in the case record
Desired familiarity with the following programs:
LegalServer
Microsoft 365
Benefits:
Salary range: starting at $70k - $80k depending on experience.
13 paid Holidays, vacation & sick-time accruals
100% Health, & Life insurance
Dental
401(k) Retirement plan
Schedule:
Four days a week, 10-hour shifts.