Staff Attorney – Housing Rights Center

Background:
HRC’s mission is to actively support and promote fair housing through education and advocacy, to the end that all persons have the opportunity to secure the housing they desire and can afford, without discrimination based on their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, familial status, marital status, disability, ancestry, age, source of income, or other characteristics protected by law.

Summary of Qualifications:
· Active membership in the California State Bar;
· Prefer any trial or administrative hearing experience;
· Knowledge of landlord-tenant, housing law, rent control and the eviction process preferred;
· Demonstrated commitment to serving the needs of low-income persons;
· Demonstrated ability to function professionally and effectively within a highly stressful environment;
· Ability to work effectively as part of a team;
· Ability to work effectively staff, volunteers, students, attorneys, and community members;
· Excellent writing and public speaking skills;
· Ability to travel to Pasadena or West Covina courthouses; and
· If necessary, willingness to work evenings, weekend meetings or events, and work weeks in excess of 40 hours.

Responsibilities:
· Litigate eviction cases which includes initial consultation, discovery, brief and motion writing, responsive pleadings, negotiations, prepare cases for trial, and trial litigation;
· Interview and counsel clients affected by housing problems;
· Participate in clinics and other community outreach projects;
· Be part of a team that works on fair housing (discrimination) complaints throughout Southern California;
· Work collaboratively with other eviction attorneys on a countywide eviction defense program;
· Work on policy issues relating to eviction and/or housing; and
· Other duties as assigned.

*NOTE – This position is currently funded using designated funds: there is no assurance of ongoing funding or employment beyond September 30, 2021.

Benefits:
Competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance. A 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution of 4.5% is available after one year of employment.
Application: Email a resume and cover letter/letter of interest as soon as possible but no later
than August 24, 2020 to: Laurel Steven, Office Manager, Housing Rights Center,
3255 Wilshire Bd., Suite 1150, Los Angeles, CA 90010; lsteven@housingrightscenter.org

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