Contract Staff Attorney - Medical Legal Partnership - Houston, TX
Lone Star Legal AidHouston, Texas, United States
Posted March 28, 2024
Contract / Temporary
About the Company
Lone Star Legal Aid’s mission is to protect and advance the civil legal rights of the millions of Texans living in poverty by providing free advocacy, legal representation, and community education that ensures equal access to justice.
Job Description
Lone Star Legal Aid (LSLA) is seeking a Contract Staff Attorney - Medical Legal Partnership (JP# HOU 014-2024) for its Houston Branch Office. The role focuses on client representation in court and before government agencies, involves outreach and community education, and may involve supervising legal staff. LSLA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit law firm dedicated to protecting low-income Texans' civil rights.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Law School
- Licensed to practice in Texas or qualify for reciprocity
- Prior legal services or public interest experience preferred
- Strong legal writing and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated client service orientation
- Skilled in interviewing, assessment, problem solving and negotiation
- Strong ability to work under pressure and make decisions quickly
- Energetic, motivated and self starter
- Reliable transportation to travel throughout Texas
Benefits
- Medical Benefits
- Paid Leave