Staff Attorney Cina

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Staff Attorney Cina

Duties : 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, law graduates, legal assistants/paralegals, social workers, and students on cases or projects. Maintain case files in accordance with Bureau standards. Tasks assigned to staff attorneys may include any or all but are not limited to the Screen clients for eligibility and make referrals, as appropriate, Conduct preliminary and subsequent interviews with clients, Conduct factual investigation and analysis, and legal research and 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. Continue professional development and education through attendance at Bureau sponsored training and other programs. Perform other duties, as assigned within the scope of the essential functions of the position.

Additional Information

Requisition ID : 1710

Company info

Legal Aid Bureau, Inc., (Maryland Legal Aid)
500 East Lexington Street
Baltimore
Maryland
United States 21202
Website : http://www.mdlab.org/