LSNV is seeking to hire a full-time Staff Attorney who will represent individual clients who are facing eviction or other loss of housing options. The attorney will also engage in community outreach and broader advocacy that is designed to positively impact our client population. The position may be based in our Alexandria office or our Fairfax office and will provide services throughout the Northern Virginia area.
Essential Functions (include but are not limited to):
• Handles cases, completes legal research and writing, drafts court documents, represents clients in hearings and litigation in eviction matters, and other legal issues effecting housing instability
• Handles legal matters for clients related to housing instability
• Maintains full and diverse caseload
• Conduct outreach and community legal education
• Attend office and other program meetings and read professional materials and other communications which are related to the job
• Maintain general knowledge of substantive area
The ideal applicant will possess a demonstrated commitment to public interest work and a strong desire to assist indigent applicants. Further, the ideal candidate will have the following:
• Virginia State Bar membership (required)
• Prior legal aid or other non-profit experience
• Strong litigation, communication and organizational skills
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Bilingual ability (English plus either Spanish, Korean, or Arabic) (preferred)
Cover letters and resumes are reviewed upon receipt and well-qualified applicants will be invited to interview. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, at which time, the job announcement will be removed from our website at www.lsnv.org. To apply, please email your resume and cover letter detailing interest in the position to Ashley McGlawn, HR Manager at [email protected].