- Conduct client interviews, assess eligibility, identify legal issues, and provide legal advice, referrals, or direct representation.- Represent clients in state and federal courts and before administrative agencies.- Participate in community legal education events, outreach programs, and pro bono partnerships to expand access to legal services.- Maintain accurate case records, documentation, and statistical reports as required by program leadership.- Attend case acceptance meetings and maintain follow-up systems for case monitoring.- Participate in continuing legal education (CLE) and relevant legal trainings to stay current with Florida Bar requirements and best practices.- Serve as a role model by promoting high-quality legal advocacy, ethical practice, and respectful client interaction.- Foster positive relationships with client groups, service providers, the press, and the private bar.
0-1 years
--Knowledge of state and federal court procedures (preferred).--Commitment to social justice, and civil legal aid.- Experience with CMS preferred.- Bilingual (English and Spanish or Haitian Creole) preferred but not required.
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.- Member in good standing of the Florida Bar.- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.- Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment.- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)- Willingness to travel as needed to serve rural and underserved communities.Work Environment & Benefits:- Hybrid work environment: minimum three days per week in-office.- Starting salary of $68,000, based on union scale and experience.Generous benefits package:- Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (including dependents)- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions- Malpractice insurance- Up to 5 weeks PTO, 2 personal days, and 13 holidays- Law school loan repayment assistance- Professional development supportApplication Requirements:Candidates must submit the following:- Resume- Writing sample- At least two professional references
Doctorate
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