Description:
A Public Interest Law Firm, the non-profit legal services program providing free civil legal assistance to eligible low-income and elderly clients in Western and Central Massachusetts, seeks an attorney to join an enthusiastic, skillful team to work on housing discrimination matters. A Public Interest Law Firm has over 150 dedicated, talented staff working across multiple offices. Our core work includes effective client-centered advocacy and robust outreach to and partnerships with our client communities.A Public Interest Law Firm seeks a fair housing attorney to work in its Worcester office. The attorney will raise housing discrimination claims on behalf of tenants filing affirmative cases, defending against evictions, and seeking to access or maintain public and subsidized housing. The attorney will regularly participate in A Public Interest Law Firm's housing court lawyer-for-the day program. The attorney will also assist in the preparation of periodic grant reports.
Qualifications: Recent law school graduates and more experienced attorneys are eligible to apply. Experience in fair housing and/or landlord-tenant work strongly preferred. Fluency in another language preferred, as is demonstrated experience working with diverse communities. Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work in a collaborative setting are important.
