Attorney (Tenant Rights and Eviction Defense)

Responsibilities include • Conducting client intake interviews, giving information, and referrals. • Preparing for all aspects of unlawful detainer litigation, including: discovery, motion work, and full-scope representation of clients at trials. • Negotiating settlement agreements in unlawful detainer cases, with an emphasis on assisting clients in maintaining their housing. • Identifying appropriate litigation strategies based on the needs of clients. • Assisting clients with administrative hearings at the San Francisco Rent Board. • Referring clients to appropriate legal services providers. • Maintaining accurate computerized client files and providing reports. • Conducting training sessions on legal issues for clients. • Assisting Executive Director and Volunteer Coordinator in developing culturally sensitive trainings and materials for Panel attorneys. • Providing trainings to HIV/AIDS services providers. • Identifying and establishing ties with other agencies that serve people with HIV/AIDS. • Attending community events to increase organization visibility. • Additionally, the Staff Attorney will be responsible for general administration duties and will assist with panel attorney relations, recruitment, and volunteer training. Qualifications • Active membership in the State Bar of California • Experience working with low-income individuals, people with psychiatric disabilities, people living with HIV/AIDS, people of color, substance users, people with a history of homelessness or incarceration, and people in the LGBT community. • Ability to work collaboratively as part of team. • Experience in litigation, negotiation, and mediation. • Strong public speaking and writing skills. • Strong organizational skills and ability to work well under tight deadlines. • Bilingual Spanish a plus.