Staff Attorney I or II - Elder Justice
Core
Provide victim/client-centered, trauma-informed direct legal services to older/dependent adult victims of elder abuse, probate conservatorship, defense of conservatorship, public benefits, and estate planning.
Role type
Staff attorney (elder law)
Builds
Direct legal services, elder law advocacy, and outreach for low-income seniors and dependent adults in Los Angeles.
Domain
Non-profit legal services / Elder law
Deliverable
client delivery (via careerplan.io/jobs/45-001-3A-E68-staff-attorney-i-or-ii-elder-justice)
Required skills
Elder law practice, litigation, trauma-informed care, policy advocacy, case management, community outreach, volunteer/pro-bono coordination
Preferred skills
NetDocuments, Legal Server, non-profit/government environment experience
Responsibilities
Screen and assess cases, provide advice and counsel, represent clients in court, engage in policy advocacy, train volunteers and pro-bono attorneys, manage cases and data entry
Seniority
Mid-level to Senior (1 year for I, 5 years for II)