Description:
An American Non-Profit Human and Poverty Rights Organization seeks a passionate and resourceful attorney to join our team to protect home ownership and equity through a combination of direct representation, policy advocacy, and education and outreach efforts. The Homeowner Protection Staff Attorney will engage in direct client services and litigation under the supervision of the Directing Attorney related to real estate fraud, foreclosure, the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program, predatory lending, and other homeowner protection issues, with a particular focus on the financial stability of older adults and homeowners of color. In addition, the attorney will coordinate and conduct outreach presentations and clinics for community groups and stakeholders. This position is offered on a short-term basis with a view to extend based on funding availability.This position is eligible for An American Non-Profit Human and Poverty Rights Organization' hybrid/remote workplace designation. While the primary workplace is An American Non-Profit Human and Poverty Rights Organization's offices, at the discretion of the immediate supervisor, the employee may be permitted to work remotely or may be required to work in other locations depending on workload/business obligation.
Essential Duties:
- Under the supervision of a manager, conduct all phases of civil litigation, including fact investigation, settlement negotiations, drafting pleadings, discovery, law and motion practice, trials and appeals.
- Provide direct client services to investigate and evaluate homeowner protection cases for all available legal, administrative, and other remedies. This involves working with Directing Attorney, attorneys, and support staff to conduct client intake, provide advice and counsel, brief/limited services, and full-scope representation, and participate in case review.
- Conduct community education and outreach presentations to partners and homeowners, particularly for older adults and homeowners of color.
- Work with Pro Bono Department to develop pro bono and volunteer opportunities for the program.
- Work with Impact Advocacy team to develop legislative and regulatory proposals that relate to project work.
- Communicate effectively with partner organizations, stakeholders, and the media about project work.
- Case management and grant compliance (opening and closing cases, coding data, timekeeping, case reviews, etc).
- Other tasks as assigned by Directing Attorney to meet project goals.
Requirements:
- Active member of the California State Bar in good standing or Registered Legal Services Attorney (required).
- Minimum one (1) year of experience practicing law (preferred);
- Experience in foreclosure prevention, real estate homeowner fraud, debtor's rights, elder financial abuse, probate and/or consumer protection litigation (strongly preferred);
- Spanish language fluency (preferred);
- Willingness to train and work with volunteer attorneys and students (required);
- Exceptionally organized, self-motivated, and goal-oriented (required);
- Willingness and ability to travel independently within Los Angeles County for court appearances, client visits and other in-person duties of role (required/valid California drivers license preferred);
- Demonstrated commitment to An American Non-Profit Human and Poverty Rights Organization's mission to provide free legal services to those who need them most (required);
- Demonstrated commitment to applying principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in performance of job duties (required).
