Job Overview:
This full-time attorney position provides representation, education and advocacy for older low-income or
vulnerable tenants who are facing eviction, habitability issues, illegal lockouts, fair housing and other
landlord/tenant issues. Experience in a legal services office and in aging and/or poverty law, working with senior
citizens, minority, low-income and/or Limited English Proficient communities are all important foundations for
this position, which is based in center city Philadelphia.
This position requires a highly professional, organized, energetic, flexible, confident, and culturally sensitive
attorney to provide direct legal services to seniors. Job responsibilities include providing client intake and direct
client services in and out of court, including civil representation, litigation and legal counseling in-person and by
telephone. Courtroom appearances and experience are required. The attorney will also participate in community
education, professional training and advocacy initiatives, attend staff and coalition meetings, and participate in
special projects with and as a representative of the SeniorLAW Center team.
All members of the SeniorLAW Center team participate in resource development and fundraising initiatives,
events, writing, and reporting, as we foster a culture of philanthropy that supports our work for older people.
Reports to: Director, Tenant Rights
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
A. Client Representation
1. Provide direct representation in tenant rights matters.
2. Provide client advice, information and/or referrals where direct representation will not be provided in
cases within SeniorLAW Center priorities.
B. Outreach/Community Relations
1. Create professional training, community education forums on urgent legal
needs. Present the information in affected neighborhoods and other forums.
2. Research and develop training materials on current legal topics focused on
seniors.
C. Systems Advocacy
1. Participate as SeniorLAW
the Philadelphia Bar Association, the judiciary, and/or other partners, and collaborate
with legal service agencies, and other stakeholders.
2. Advocate with appropriate representatives of government, quasi-government and
community development to create systemic and law reform for seniors in relevant areas.
D. Additional Responsibilities
1. Participate in staff and team meetings, organizational events and other initiatives.
2. Assist with reporting, data collection and funding proposals.
3. Represent SeniorLAW Center at committee and coalition meetings, community events and other
occurrences as needed.
4. Participate in SeniorLAW Center's culture of philanthropy.
B. Outreach/Community Relations
1. Create professional training, community education forums on urgent legal
needs. Present the information in affected neighborhoods and other forums.
2. Research and develop training materials on current legal topics focused on
seniors.
C. Systems Advocacy
1. Participate as SeniorLAW
the Philadelphia Bar Association, the judiciary, and/or other partners, and collaborate
with legal service agencies, and other stakeholders.
2. Advocate with appropriate representatives of government, quasi-government and
community development to create systemic and law reform for seniors in relevant areas.
D. Additional Responsibilities
1. Participate in staff and team meetings, organizational events and other initiatives.
2. Assist with reporting, data collection and funding proposals.
3. Represent SeniorLAW Center at committee and coalition meetings, community events and other
occurrences as needed.
4.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be an active member of the Pennsylvania Bar in good standing.
At least two (2) years of civil litigation experience, preferably with Landlord/Tenant experience.
Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Commitment to serving vulnerable and diverse communities required.
Ability to work well as a team and individually, excellent interpersonal and computer skills, and the
highest degree of professionalism are required
Note: SeniorLAW Center has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirement for all staff and volunteers
All applications should include cover letter, resume, a writing sample, and at least three (3) professional
references. Please apply by email to attention of Jacob Speidel, Esq., Director, Tenant Rights, at
[email protected]. No phone calls please.