Real Estate - General Attorney in Pottstown, PA

Public Interest

Pottstown, PA

Real Estate - General Attorney in Pottstown, PA

Attorney

Min 2 yrs required

No

H1: Housing Stability Attorneys Needed at Legal Aid Organization in Pennsylvania
H2: Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Housing Stability for Low-Income Individuals

BOLD HEADLINE: Legal Aid Organization Seeking Housing Stability Attorneys in Multiple Locations in Pennsylvania

SUMMARY

Legal Aid of Southeastern PA (LASP) is seeking multiple Housing Stability Attorneys to join their team in Pennsylvania. These full-time, temporary positions are part of the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Housing Stability Program, focused on providing safe, stable, and secure housing for low-income individuals in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties. The successful candidates will work in one of five LASP offices and handle a variety of cases related to housing stability. The positions are currently expected to last through September 30, 2025, with the possibility of continued employment after that date.

BULLET POINTS

- Multiple temporary full-time positions available
- Focus on ensuring safe, stable, and secure housing for low-income individuals
- Placed in one of five LASP offices in Pennsylvania
- Cases include landlord-tenant, utility law, homeownership, and more
- Hybrid work environment with both in-office and remote work
- Competitive salary starting at $58,000, commensurate with experience
- Excellent benefits package including 401K and health insurance
- Equal opportunity employer

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Interview clients and determine eligibility for services
- Conduct legal research and interpret laws and regulations
- Provide advice and counsel to clients
- Prepare legal documents and develop case strategies
- Represent clients in court and before administrative agencies
- Collaborate with external organizations and participate in community education
- Stay up-to-date on legal developments and attend training opportunities
- Abide by professional standards of ethics and practice
- Complete administrative tasks and assist with grant reports
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

- Licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania or eligible for admission
- At least 2 years of legal experience preferred
- Proficient in word processing, Outlook, case management software, and online legal research
- Passionate about public interest law and serving low-income individuals
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Willingness to take on challenging and complex cases

BOLD HEADLINE: Make a Difference in Housing Stability as a Housing Stability Attorney at Legal Aid Organization in Pennsylvania

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

- Competitive base salary starting at $58,000
- Excellent benefits package including 401K and health insurance
- Liberal leave provisions including paid holidays, personal leave, vacation, sick, and parental leave

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

- Legal Aid of Southeastern PA is an equal opportunity employer
- All employment practices are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs
- No discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics

TO APPLY

- Send resume and cover letter to Elise Wilson-Coles, Human Resources Manager, at ****
- Positions remain open until filled

BOLD HEADLINE: Join Our Team and Help Ensure Housing Stability for Low-Income Individuals in Pennsylvania

Legal Aid of Southeastern PA is seeking dedicated Housing Stability Attorneys to join their team and make a difference in the lives of low-income individuals in Pennsylvania. These full-time, temporary positions offer the opportunity to work on a variety of cases and make a positive impact in the community. With a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, this is a great opportunity for attorneys passionate about public interest law and serving vulnerable populations. Apply now and join our team at LASP.