Staff Attorney

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Staff Attorney

The candidate will handle all functions related to casework from initial intake through representation of clients before all relevant agencies, courts, etc. May be expected to work with other attorneys, law graduates, legal assistants/paralegals, social workers, and students on cases or projects. Maintain case files in accordance with Maryland Legal Aid standards. Screen 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 and accept speaking engagements as assigned by supervisor. Must have admission to Maryland Bar or another state bar and eligibility and willingness to apply for admission to the Maryland Bar at the earliest opportunity. Spanish language proficiency desirable.

Additional Information

Requisition ID: 1775. Send a resume and cover letter.

Company info

Legal Aid Bureau, Inc., (Maryland Legal Aid)
15364 Prince Frederick Road P.O. Box 249
Hughesville
Maryland
United States 20637
Website : http://www.mdlab.org/