Staff Attorney (Foster Youth Project)

Staff Attorney | Foster Youth Project TRLA SERVICE AREA Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc. (TRLA) is seeking full-time staff attorneys for our Foster Youth Project. Staff attorneys provide direct and comprehensive legal services to eligible clients in a client-centered, trauma-informed practice. Staff attorneys will practice civil law for eligible clients, provide advice for eligible clients, supervise and work with legal paraprofessionals, participate in community legal education, and attend and coordinate clinics or other events as requested by the Project Director.

Qualifications and Preferences:

TRLA is seeking candidates who are committed to providing justice for those who need it most. Experience in litigation and working with survivors of trauma, including in a law school clinic setting, is preferred. A successful candidate has enthusiasm for direct client services and litigation. Trial experience is preferred. The candidate must be highly organized and have strong written and oral advocacy skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with non-attorneys, be self-motivated, and be able to work independently. Local travel to multiple Texas counties is expected.

• Must be licensed to practice law in Texas or willing to take the next available Texas bar exam.

• Written and oral fluency in the Spanish language highly preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary is commensurate with experience and includes an excellent fringe benefits package, including law school loan repayment, generous paid leave, healthcare insurance, a retirement plan, and training & travel stipends.

TRLA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

At TRLA, we are committed to offering fair and equal employment opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We strictly prohibit any form of discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.