Staff Attorney

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Staff Attorney

The candidate will handle all functions related to case work from initial intake through representation of clients before all relevant agencies, courts, etc. Staff attorneys may be expected to work with other attorneys, paralegals and students on cases or projects. Maintain case files in accordance with Maryland Legal Aid Standards. Tasks assigned to staff attorneys may include any or all but are not limited to the following: Screens clients for eligibility and make referrals, as appropriate. Conduct preliminary and subsequent interviews with clients. Conduct factual investigation and analysis, and legal research. Advise clients of results of investigation and research and counsel clients about their options. Prepare pleadings, including but not limited to, complaints, answers, memoranda of law, briefs, etc. Develop case theory and strategy for the representation of clients. Prepare cases and represent clients in negotiations, hearings, trials and appeals. Work with various community groups, performs outreach, and accepts speaking engagements as assigned by supervisor. Continue professional development and education through attendance at Maryland Legal Aid sponsored training and other programs. Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the essential functions of the position. Should have Prior experience in poverty law and admitted to Maryland Bar or another state bar and eligibility and willingness to apply for admission to the Maryland Bar at the earliest opportunity. Legal Services experience and Spanish language proficiency desirable.

Additional Information

Requisition ID: 1762

Company info

Legal Aid Bureau, Inc., (Maryland Legal Aid)
21 West South Street
Frederick
Maryland
United States 21701
Website : http://www.mdlab.org/