Description:
A Non-Profit Law Firm has an immediate opening for an attorney in its Gainesville Office. The Staff Attorney will practice mainly in the areas of housing, consumer protections, family, and public benefits. This is a litigation position, serving clients primarily in Gainesville. TRLS is a nonprofit law firm that provides free legal assistance to low income clients, the elderly and underserved populations. TRLS is dedicated to the provision of quality legal assistance and to community empowerment through preventive legal education and outreach.Essential Responsibilities Include:
- Provide civil legal services to clients and client groups including, advice, brief services, negotiation, administrative representation, and court litigation;
- Draft pleadings, letters, and community outreach materials;
- Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda;
- Review and supervise work product of assigned support staff member;
- In coordination with the Managing Attorney, communicate and foster relationships with the courts, local and state bar associations, community agencies, and local client groups;
- Represent TRLS at meetings, community events, and other outreach.
Qualifications:
- Attorney in good standing with the Florida Bar or law school graduate pending admission to the Florida Bar;
- Excellent oral, written, and legal research skills;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and G-Suite;
- Demonstrated interest in public interest law and commitment to justice for low-income persons;
- Willingness to travel to rural communities.
