Contract Intake Attorney

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Contract Intake Attorney
The candidate will screen clients for legal eligibility and provide counsel & advice or brief services where appropriate. Will perform financial, asset and case type screening for applicants for service. Provide civil legal representation to eligible clients consistent with professional standards and policies and procedures of Legal Aid of the Firm and funding sources, including preparing legal briefs and documents, and developing strategy, arguments and testimony in order to present cases in court and other forums. Work with private attorneys as required facilitating the delivery of legal services to eligible clients through the private bar. Maintain accurate and complete files and records, and prepare timely and complete forms and records required for client services and/or related administrative tasks. Enter accurate data into Firm’s electronic case management system. Interact with clients, other staff members, service providers, and court and administrative officials in a professional, appropriate, collegial, and cooperative manner. In coordination with the Program Administration, develop and implement a plan for advocacy work within program priorities and funding that balances service, community education, and other activities. Identify and pursue individual training needs and work with Program Administration to address those needs. Actively participate in staff and planning meetings, task forces, and trainings if required. Maintain time records of all work related activities and enter accurate data on a timely basis into Firm’s electronic case management system.

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