Public Interest

Plantation, FL, United States

Attorney Housing/Consumer

Attorney

2-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Summary: Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida, Inc. (CCLA) is seeking a Temporary Attorney Housing/Consumer to work in their Senior Law Unit for 6 months. The Housing/Consumer Attorney will be responsible for litigating mortgage/condo/HOA foreclosures, eviction defense, and other housing-related matters, debt and garnishment defense, and other consumer-related matters. The Senior Law Unit provides legal counseling and/or representation to Broward County residents who are 60 years of age or older in various areas. The successful candidate must have a Florida law license in good standing, 2-5 years or more of litigation experience, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. They must also be able to work independently and manage a varied caseload. Salary Information: - Not specified in job posting Job Title: - Temporary Attorney Housing/Consumer Experience: - 2-5 years or more of litigation experience Responsibilities: - Conduct interviews with clients and witnesses - Answer client related phone calls, keep detailed notes, and keep court calendar updated - Advise clients regarding housing and consumer law issues and their legal rights - Interpret and analyze statutes and relevant case law - Undertake necessary legal research and writing - Analyze probable outcome of cases, using knowledge of legal precedent - Develop strategies and arguments in preparing and presenting cases - Engage in troubleshooting and prioritize cases - Analyze client documents - Preparation of legal documents for clients’ housing and consumer law cases - Prepare relevant motions and orders - Prepare clients for testimony at court hearings - Attend court hearings and trials - Search for and examine public and legal records to support cases - Assess relevance of witnesses and evidence - Represent clients in court - Engage in discovery and depositions - Supervise paralegals and assign work, review all legal work, and monitor workload - Communicate case progress, status, issues, and outcomes to supervising attorneys - Oversee status of cases through case management system - Perform community outreach events in-person and virtually, as well as, on social media - Conduct educational trainings for staff, clients, and community providers as needed - Maintain records, case notes, and daily time-keeping in CCLA’s case management system - Preparation of grant reports, if necessary - Compliance with program and grant requirements - Obtain cross-training in all legal areas handled by Unit - Perform other duties as requested by Management, Supervisors, or as required by grant(s) Position Requirements: - Licensed to practice in Florida and in good standing - 2-5 years or more litigation experience, preferably in foreclosure and/or eviction defense - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - Strong attention to detail - Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Professional demeanor and client-oriented focus - Strong computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Office - Proficiency in using virtual platforms to communicate (., Zoom, MS Teams) - Must pass a background check before employment begins Organization: - Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida, Inc. (CCLA) Department: - Senior Law Unit Location: - Plantation, Florida Website: - Culture and Benefits: - Positive and supportive work environment - Challenging and rewarding work - Equal opportunity employer and provider

Please submit a current resume, cover letter, and three professional references to cclaemployment@legalaid.org with “Temporary Attorney Housing/Consumer” in the subject line.

Qualification and Experience Licensed to practice in Florida, 2-5 years of litigation experience

Legal

Hirring Coordinator
Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida
491 N. State Road 7
Second Floor
Plantation, FL 33317