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Homeless Legal Rights Project Staff Attorney - FL - On Site

Vensure Employer Solutions
Plantation, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/13/2025
About Us

Our company is a Southern Florida area non-profit pro bono law firm. Every day, we work hard to meet the legal needs of a large, diverse, multiethnic community across Broward County. Our mission is to provide high-quality, free civil legal advice, representation, and education to the disadvantaged of Broward County. We have more than 125 employees, including more than 50 attorneys, who provide free services and resources across a broad range of civil legal issues that impact health, safety, and self-sufficiency. Every year, we help thousands find their voice, regain control of their lives, and build a brighter future. Through education, effective litigation, and collaboration, we work tirelessly to expand access to justice for all, identify needs in our community, and challenge systems, laws, and policies that adversely affect the underserved and marginalized.

Position Summary

The HOMELESS LEGAL RIGHTS PROJECT advocates on behalf of individuals who are homeless. Currently, the unit has an opening for a full-time Staff Attorney. The Staff Attorney is responsible for providing high-quality legal services to the homeless.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • The position requires representation in many areas of law, including:
    • Civil and administrative legal matters, such as immigration, family law, driver license reinstatement, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and other public benefit and civil matters.
  • Responsibilities include:
    • Interviewing clients at various homeless shelters in Broward County.
    • Carrying a full case load.
    • Attending and participating in hearings.
    • Drafting pleadings.
    • Conducting research and other duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of simple family law matters including simple divorce, child support modification, and name changes is highly recommended.
  • Experience serving low-income individuals.
  • A demonstrable awareness and sensitivity to the needs of the populations we serve.
  • A willingness to be an aggressive advocate for our homeless client population.
  • Ability to work effectively with a large caseload and function professionally within a highly stressful environment.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently at times and also as an effective part of a team, including other attorneys, support staff, volunteers, and community partners.
  • Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
  • Ability to work constructively with others.
  • Ability to speak more than one language is a plus.
  • A willingness to travel within Broward County.

Education & Experience

  • Significant experience Bilingual applicants preferred.
  • Experience in handling I-90s, N-400s, I-30 with or without I-485s, I-821, and I-765, and FOIA requests is highly recommended.
  • Knowledge of Social Security disability proceedings is highly recommended.
  • Active membership in the Florida State Bar.

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