Staff Attorney I (Temporary) - Homeowner Protection
Core
Staff Attorney providing direct representation, litigation, and policy advocacy to protect homeowners at risk of losing equity, with a focus on older adults and homeowners of color in Los Angeles.
Role type
Staff Attorney (Litigation & Client Services)
Builds
Legal remedies for foreclosure, fraud, and disaster recovery; legislative proposals for homeowner protection.
Domain
Real Estate Law / Consumer Protection / Disaster Recovery
Required skills
Civil litigation, fact investigation, settlement negotiations, drafting pleadings, discovery, law and motion practice, trials, appeals, client intake, case management, grant compliance, community outreach, legislative drafting
Preferred skills
Foreclosure prevention, real estate fraud, debtor's rights, elder financial abuse, insurance recovery, probate, consumer protection litigation, Spanish fluency
Technologies
Legal research databases, case management systems
Responsibilities
Conduct all phases of civil litigation; provide direct client services for homeowner protection cases; conduct community education and outreach presentations; coordinate pro bono opportunities; develop legislative and regulatory proposals; communicate with stakeholders and media; manage cases and ensure grant compliance.
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC