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Job DescriptionBay Area Legal Aid (BayLegal) is a non-profit law firm. Our staff provide free civil legal services to individuals and families living in poverty throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Our community-based service model includes a wide range of access points, including legal hotlines, six physical offices, and community-based advocacy clinics and intake points. We practice in multiple inter-related legal substantive areas to prevent and stop homelessness, increase economic stability, protect low-income consumers, expand access to healthcare, and enhance safety for survivors of interpersonal violence. Our clients include the working poor, families with children, foster youth, seniors, immigrants, veterans, individuals impacted by the criminal and juvenile legal systems, and persons with disabilities. The core of our community-based practice is working alongside our individual clients to protect their legal rights, resolve immediate crises and remove legal barriers to long-term stability and escaping poverty. BayLegal is also uniquely positioned to identify patterns of illegal practices and engage in opportunities to protect the legal rights of low-income communities and increase efficiency and effectiveness of public services through broader advocacy and impact litigation. BayLegal's San Francisco Housing Practice Team focuses on preserving housing for tenants who are low-income in San Francisco. As part of San Francisco's Tenant Right to Counsel Initiative, the team provides full-scope legal representation to tenants in Unlawful Detainer eviction proceedings, and advocates for tenants living in federally subsidized housing on a range of housing-related issues. Position: BayLegal seeks an attorney with significant housing law experience and a strong commitment to public interest and social justice to join our Housing Law practice group in San Francisco as a Supervisor. This position is based in our San Francisco office and involves traveling throughout the county and potentially the Bay Area as necessary to best serve our low-income clients. Key Responsibilities: Learn and advocate for the diverse legal needs of undeserved and vulnerable communities in San Francisco and the broader Bay Area to reduce homelessness, enhance stability, and address social justice. Assist Managing Attorney in mentoring and supervising the legal work of attorneys, advocates, and volunteers in the San Francisco housing team and in other regional offices or teams to ensure overall effectiveness and high-quality client services, strategic policy advocacy and litigation, including: Direct supervision of individual casework, including reviewing writings and pleadings, observing intakes and hearings, and co-counseling cases as needed to assure high-quality advocacy; Regular/weekly review of new and ongoing cases, intake trends, case strategy, and advocacy opportunities; Review of open and closed cases of staff as to quality, quantity, priorities, and compliance with BayLegal policies and funder requirements; Guide staff in developing and executing appropriate advocacy strategies, whether through individual client representation, community outreach and education, policy advocacy and/or impact litigation. and Identify and facilitate training opportunities and periodic updates on evolving legal services issues and barriers. In coordination with team supervisors and Managing Attorney, facilitate case review or weekly team meeting, including providing opportunities for non-housing attorneys to bring their related questions. Assist Managing Attorney in the professional development of staff members by: Helping construct individual professional development and training plans; Mentoring unit staff and encouraging experiences or trainings geared to advocacy skill improvement; and Evaluating individual performance and providing regular constructive feedback. Carry a client caseload and/or perform direct client services commensurate with supervisorial responsibilities. Engage with, build and foster broad public-private partnerships, including with governmental agencies, courts, community-based organizations, and pro bono partners, to ensure integrated services, client outreach and address systemic barriers facing BayLegal's client community. Identify issues that require systemic advocacy, establish goals, and engage in policy advocacy and litigation. Help to track and report on successes and grant funding deliverables and identify opportunities to share with staff and stakeholders regarding BayLegal's housing practice, its successes and importance. Assist with other tasks and initiatives that support BayLegal's mission, goals and operations as needed. Required Qualifications: Member of CA Bar in good standing or admitted to practice in another state and eligible to practice in California for at least 3 years under the California State Bar rules for the Registered Legal Services Attorney Program. Candidates who have recently passed the CA Bar or graduated and will be taking the bar exam at the next sitting are welcome to apply. Five or more years of practice as a licensed attorney, including at least one year of supervisory experience, and at least two years of direct legal services experience working in eviction defense and civil litigation, with courtroom experience. Commitment to complying with all California Rules of Professional Conduct, BayLegal funding requirements, and firm standards, policies, and practices. Current proficiency, and ability to improve proficiency, in technological equipment, hardware, and software necessary to perform duties of the position. Humility in working with colleagues and clients, and individuals of all identities, experiences, and perspectives. Willing to be on-site at BayLegal office or advocacy site as needed to support needs of staff and office, currently at least three days per week. Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire to be considered. Knowledge and understanding of issues facing individuals who are low-income, unhoused, impacted by the criminal legal system or other public systems and institutions, and/or violence. Experience developing and leading projects, including defining scope of work, overseeing compliance, progress and tracking, meeting deadlines, evaluation, and reporting. Experience with inter-agency collaboration and a demonstrated history of working well with public, nonprofit, and private partners, including non-legal community-based organizations and service providers. Experience leading a dynamic team with varied communication styles, learning styles, and levels of professional experience and identifying professional development opportunities and working with staff on setting and achieving goals for professional growth. Experience recognizing, addressing, and resolving interpersonal conflicts. Knowledge of issues impacting social justice advocates such as secondary trauma and burnout. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Sense of humor, curious and self-directed. Hybrid Work Option: BayLegal is committed to the health and safety of our staff, clients, and community. BayLegal employees are expected to work on-site and in-person at a designated BayLegal office or community-based advocacy site at least three (3) days per week and may work remotely from home on a part-time basis. Employees are expected to reside in California and at a distance allowing them to commute to their physical BayLegal base location during the standard work week. Compensation and Benefits: We offer a family friendly environment, and compensation based on competitive public interest salaries along with a generous benefits package. BayLegal's benefits package includes 100% employer covered medical, dental, and life insurance for employees and up to 60% for dependents; BayLegal student debt reimbursement program; long term disability insurance; employee assistance program; wage differentials for multi-lingual employees whose non-English language skills are regularly used in the provision of tasks and pass a request test of fluency and/or proficiency; dependent childcare employer contribution program; employer paid CA Bar license and/or social work license fees; and 401k retirement plan with BayLegal contribution following first year. BayLegal has a generous paid leave policy which includes 15 holidays each year; vacation (starting at 13 days and increasing with additional years of employment); 3 floating holidays each year (days chosen by employee); sick leave; and parental leave. The estimated annual salary range is $105,000 - $135,000 (placement in range determined primarily by years of related experience). Work Environment and Physical Demands: Work Environment: This position is primarily sedentary. When in office, the applicant can expect to be working at a desk in a temperature-controlled office, in a modular space or individual office. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Regular in-person appearance in court and some travel to client housing is required. Physical Demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Applications: BayLegal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Recruitment, placement and promotions are conducted without regard to an individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status or sexual orientation, or any other classification protected by Federal, State, and local laws & ordinances. We will consider qualified candidates with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of all Federal, state and local laws. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Powered by JazzHR G9aMrnA2aj

Job DescriptionDescription: Under the supervision of the Managing Attorney and working in support of the staff attorney, this advocate will help clients access special education services and help perform outreach, including in a clinic setting. About the Organization Legal Aid Society of San Diego (LASSD), the largest poverty law firm serving San Diego County since 1953, strengthens our communities by redressing our clients' legal problems, empowering our clients to access and effectively participate within the legal, governmental, and social systems and encouraging self-empowerment in the fight against poverty and injustice. LASSD continues to be a proud, committed, and compassionate group of people dedicated to providing equal access to justice for San Diegans through aggressive, quality legal services. #justicebeginshere Essential Functions: • Conducts initial and follow-up interviews of applicants and clients in the office, on the phone and at outreach locations outside of the office. • Responds to calls from clients in a timely manner; assesses clients' needs, schedules appointments, handles a large case load. • Gathers, reviews, and organizes education and medical records for special education cases. • Assists with community outreach and education. • Assists clients at school meetings and administrative hearings. • Does basic and routine factual investigation and legal research. • Prepares memorandums, letters, and standard legal documents for attorneys' review. • Develops and maintains good working relationships with local school districts, the County, and other social service organizations. • Compliance with all program and grant requirements. • Assists team with administrative tasks as needed. • Participates in scheduled team meetings, training sessions and other functions as appropriate. • Other duties as assigned by management. Requirements: Qualifications: • B.A. degree, or A.A. degree and paralegal certificate from a recognized paralegal training program, or demonstrated equivalent experience which shows strong writing, verbal, reading analytical, and research skills. • Ability to gather and complete information from clients in a telephone interview or in person interview. • Ability to respond to clients in a calm, empathetic and professional manner while courteously directing the conversation to pertinent issues. • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work independently as well as support team efforts, and to strategize and plan to timely and consistently meet grant deliverables and reporting requirements. • Must have reliable transportation. • Strong oral and written communication skills. • Strong organizational skills to handle individual caseload. Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Fluency in written and spoken Spanish preferred. • Experience in client customer service including intake, interviews and research related to legal issues, or experience in the field and understanding of related education systems, laws, and regulations. • Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income people. • Ability to work successfully with people from diverse backgrounds, including being able to communicate clearly and effectively with those who may have cultural or language barriers, and those who suffer from physical or mental disabilities. • Experience in the field of Education law or a background in education preferred. Applicants without background in education or education law will be expected to identify how they will prepare for the position if hired. Pay and Benefits: The Educational Rights Advocate is an hourly position with a pay range of $22.53-$30.77. The starting pay rate is $25.28. In addition, there is a bilingual pay increase of 2% for passing an oral test and 2% for passing a written test for threshold languages other than English. LASSD offers a generous benefits package, a 35-hour workweek, paid vacation leave and sick leave and 100% employer-paid medical premium, 50% employer-paid premium for dependents under LASSD health plan, as well as dental, vision, and life benefits. Staff also have the option to participate in a 403(b)-retirement plan and dependent and health flex savings accounts (FSA). LASSD has its own law school loan repayment program and is an eligible nonprofit employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. LASSD is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision making, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by state or federal law. Hybrid Work Environment: Legal Aid Society of San Diego (“LASSD”) has adopted a hybrid work environment in which most staff are required to work in the office part of the week and permitted to work remotely for the remainder of the week, provided their job duties allow. All employees are issued LASSD computers and provided with appropriate supplies to perform their work. LASSD has implemented and continues to explore additional technologies to make our hybrid working environment as efficient and connected as possible. All employees must be available to travel to LASSD offices and service locations throughout San Diego County as needed and in compliance with public health advisories. Applicants must reside in or near San Diego County or plan to relocate in or near the County prior to their start date and must be able to commute to the physical Legal Aid Society of San Diego office locations or service delivery locations within San Diego County. LASSD's normal business hours are 9am-5pm, but we are open to providing flexible work schedules to the extent feasible for the position. LASSD reserves the right to change these policies at any time.

Public Counsel is a nonprofit public interest law firm dedicated to advancing civil rights and racial and economic justice, as well as to amplifying the power of our clients through comprehensive legal advocacy. Founded on and strengthened by a pro bono legal service model, our staff and volunteers seek justice through direct legal services, promote healthy and resilient communities through education and outreach, and support community-led efforts to transform unjust systems through litigation and policy advocacy in and beyond Los Angeles. The Education Equity Project The Education Equity Project (EEP), was launched in May 2017. EEP's vision is to ensure that every student has access to a quality education, regardless of their background and identity. We believe in an education system that honors the dignity of all students - where education is valued as a human right and students are free from discrimination and criminalization in schools. The team works to confront and address inequities embedded in the education system, prioritizing education access issues related to disability, gender and gender identity, race, sexual orientation, national origin, and intersecting identities. EEP uses a range of strategies to advance education equity, including direct services, policy advocacy, community education, coalition building, and strategic impact litigation. Our practice areas include students' protections against gender discrimination, advocacy in Title IX proceedings, the right to special education services and advocacy in due process proceedings, protections for Newcomer students, the right to reasonable accommodations for pregnant and parenting students, advocacy in school discipline proceedings, and school discipline reform strategies. What do student interns do in EEP? Students will assist EEP staff with legal research and writing, conducting intakes, and other assignments to support our representation of clients in litigation and administrative proceedings such as school discipline hearings, special education due process hearings, and Title IX hearings. Because EEP also provides a limited amount of services related to workplace rights, students also may work on projects related to enforcing workplace protections against discrimination and harassment. Students may also assist EEP staff with developing and presenting Know Your Rights materials to support our community education efforts. *** To apply for a summer internship with EEP, please submit two PDFs, one containing your cover letter and the other containing your resume (and a writing sample, if available). In your cover letter, discuss why you are interested in interning with Public Counsel generally and with EEP specifically. If you also would like to be considered for a summer internship with another project at Public Counsel (Child, Youth, and Family Advocacy; Community Development; Consumer Rights and Economic Justice; Homelessness Prevention; Immigrants' Rights; or Opportunity Under Law), please submit a separate application to that project. Note, however, that we can hire you to work with only one project during summer 2026. We strongly encourage you to submit your application no later than February 1, 2026.

Public Counsel is a nonprofit public interest law firm dedicated to advancing civil rights and racial and economic justice, as well as to amplifying the power of our clients through comprehensive legal advocacy. Founded on and strengthened by a pro bono legal service model, our staff and volunteers seek justice through direct legal services, promote healthy and resilient communities through education and outreach, and support community-led efforts to transform unjust systems through litigation and policy advocacy in and beyond Los Angeles. Public Counsel operates seven legal projects: Child, Youth & Family Advocacy, Community Development, Consumer Rights & Economic Justice, Homelessness Prevention, Immigrants' Rights, Gender Justice, and our impact litigation project, Opportunity Under Law. Public Counsel has a full-time staff of approximately 160. We are committed to building a diverse staff and encourage applications from people of color, people with disabilities, and people of all gender identities, gender expressions, and sexualities. We recognize the essential role of staff in achieving our goals, and we have set a long-term intention to provide competitive compensation, benefits, training, mentorship, and overall workplace wellness, making Public Counsel a leader among nonprofit law firms. ABOUT HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION LAW PROJECT Public Counsel's Homelessness Prevention Law Project (HPLP) serves individuals who are at high risk of becoming homeless or are currently unhoused. HPLP assists unrepresented low-income litigants in unlawful detainer (eviction) actions, and provides pre-litigation counsel and advice to tenants who are involved in a landlord-tenant dispute. HPLP also provides pro bono representation to homeless individuals and families to help remove legal barriers to obtaining permanent housing. In addition, we run several community clinics to connect low-income Angelenos with free legal advice, and provide educational workshops in collaboration with community-based organizations. In addition to our homelessness prevention and anti-displacement efforts, our recent work includes: Supporting local tenants in their successful efforts to obtain and preserve COVID-related eviction protections; Working with community-based organizations to provide know-your-rights presentations and workshops to tenants on new and constantly-changing housing laws; Teaming up with other non-profit legal services providers, tenant organizers and community-based organizations throughout Los Angeles County to push forward the implementation of a Right to Counsel for all tenants in eviction proceedings. JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the Shriver Program Manager, the Shriver Paralegal is a full-time position, based primarily at Public Counsel's main office at 610 S. Ardmore. The position may involve some off-site work in other parts of Los Angeles County for client home visits and assistance in court. The Paralegal will work in Public Counsel's Shriver Housing Project team within the Homelessness Prevention Law Project. The Shriver Housing Project is a pilot project authorized under the Shriver Civil Counsel Act (AB 590) to demonstrate the benefits of providing counsel to litigants in high-stakes civil litigation such as the possible loss of housing. Although not a pure civil Gideon project, the Shriver Housing Project assists thousands of low-income litigants in unlawful detainer (eviction) actions each year. Public Counsel's Shriver team provides full-scope eviction defense representation to tenants whose cases are filed at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse in downtown Los Angeles. The team also provides some limited counsel and advice to tenants with other housing issues. The Paralegal will support the work of the Shriver team attorneys in collaboration with the Shriver Program Manager, Supervising Staff Attorney, and other members of the team. This is a full-time position that will involve the full breadth of civil litigation activities, administrative work, grant reporting, meeting with clients, and assisting with trial preparation. The position has the following responsibilities: Serve as supporting Paralegal on Shriver eviction cases, which includes: Preparing electronic case files and setting up intake appointments Conducting and/or assisting during intake appointments Preparing draft pleadings and discovery requests Assisting with document preparation and e-filing Communicating with clients Collecting and organizing evidence Maintaining the digital file Assisting with client meetings in the office Occasionally accompanying attorneys on site visits to client homes Occasionally accompanying attorneys to court Assist with gathering data required by the Shriver Project for annual grant reporting obligations Complete administrative work related to litigation, including document management, consistent keeping of case notes in the internal case management system, and case tracking on the team's litigation calendar and in the online Attorney Portal Other duties as assigned Requirements ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and either: 1) Paralegal certificate/degree in paralegal studies from an ABA-approved institution OR 2) Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience in litigation support under the supervision of a California attorney required Demonstrated commitment to serving the needs of low-income people Excellent verbal, written, and phone skills Ability to carry a high-volume caseload and work in a fast-paced environment Experience with data collection and creating reports Attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, ability to multitask Ability to be a self-starter Ability to prepare and edit legal documents under attorney supervision Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds Desire to learn as well as share knowledge with other team members Ability to work well as part of a team, but also be able to work independently with minimal to moderate supervision Comfort with trauma-informed legal advocacy: empathy, responsive listening, restraint from judgment, and demonstration of authentic care and concern Ability to commute throughout Los Angeles County if needed JOB TYPE AND BENEFITS Full-time/non-exempt Salary range/Hourly rate: $56,000-$63,599.88 (28.72-$32.62 per hour) Bargaining Probationary period: 9 months Fixed-duration position funded until September 30, 2026. This position is created with designated funds through September 30, 2026. Continued employment past this date is contingent on additional funding for the position. Public Counsel offers a competitive benefits package including: Medical coverage with an option for 100% employer-paid employee and dependent child(ren)'s premiums; buy-up options are available for other HMO and PPO coverage Dental and vision coverage Option to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account Employer-paid life insurance and disability plans Generous paid time off (per year): 15 accrued vacation days that increase to 20 days after 3 years of employment 12 accrued sick days that may be used for physical and mental health needs 2 personal observance days 11 paid holidays plus 2 one-week office closures (during the summer and winter) Up to 60 hours of compensatory time per calendar year (for exempt staff only) Additional benefits: 403(b) retirement plan with an elective employee contribution, and after a year of employment a discretionary employer contribution Free on-site parking or public transportation reimbursement $45 per pay period for employees who use non-English language skills to perform work duties Up to 6 months of parental leave Organizational and team wellness activities to build team cohesion and camaraderie Professional development support and opportunities Centrally located headquarters in the heart of Koreatown, a vibrant neighborhood with easy access to public transportation, diverse dining options, and cultural attractions HOW TO APPLY We value lived experiences and experiences working with clients across a range of settings. Please consider discussing such experiences in your cover letter, especially if they are not reflected in your resume. PUBLIC COUNSEL VACCINATION POLICY AND COVID-19 PROTOCOLS Public Counsel requires vaccination against COVID-19 for all employees, including new hires. Pursuant to federal and state laws, Public Counsel will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. Public Counsel is generally office-based, but remote work has been permitted during the pandemic. All employees with Public Counsel are required to work in the office at least one day per week, at the discretion of the head of department. Some positions require additional in-office days. This policy is subject to redesign by leadership. Public Counsel will work in a manner consistent with public health and local and state emergency orders. PUBLIC COUNSEL EEO POLICY Public Counsel is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or prospective employees on the basis of union membership or activity, race, religious creed, religious observance, ethnicity, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or predisposition, military service, military and veteran status, pregnancy, child birth and related medical conditions, marital and family status, national origin, ancestry, age, medical conditions as defined by state or federal law, or disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. All qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Our leadership team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities discipline, discharge and general treatment during employment.

Requirements Qualifications: • Must be a member in good standing with the bar and eligible to practice in the highest court of any state, possession, territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia. • Must have five (5) years' experience as a practicing attorney, three (3) years of which must be in civil poverty law or public interest law. • Fluency in written and spoken Spanish required. • Must have substantive and procedural expertise in all aspects of the practice of immigration law. • Skill in working independently and following through on assignments with accuracy and minimal direction, as well as supporting team efforts, and to strategize and plan to timely and consistently meet grant deliverables and reporting requirements. • Demonstrated skills in managing others in a regulated climate and ensuring personal and team compliance with such regulations. • Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work with other teams, the public, volunteers, court personnel, government agencies, and partner organizations. • Must have the desire and ability to work with and mentor less experienced attorneys and staff. • Must have demonstrated knowledge, skills, and experience in the proposed area of practice with the ability to develop procedural and substantive strategies to effectively represent clients and undertake resolution of structural inequities affecting our client population. • High level of attention to detail required. • Must have experience in working with and representing our client communities and demonstrated commitment to serving low-income people. • Education and/or experience that demonstrates an understanding of the needs of low-income persons, immigrants and/or other under-served, under-represented populations. • Ability to work successfully with people from diverse backgrounds. • Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required by events and deadlines. • Must have reliable transportation. Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Experience with grant writing, reporting and management. • Excellent Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint skills. Salary and Benefits: The Immigration Senior Attorney is an exempt position with an annual salary range of $110,000 - $165,000. The starting salary is $110,000. In addition, there is a bilingual pay increase of 2% for passing an oral test and 2% for passing a written test for threshold languages other than English. LASSD offers a generous benefits package, a 35-hour workweek, paid vacation leave and sick leave and 100% employer-paid medical premium, 50% employer-paid premium for dependents under LASSD health plan, as well as dental, vision and life benefits. Staff also have the option to participate in a 403(b)-retirement plan and dependent and health flex savings accounts (FSA). LASSD has its own law school loan repayment program and is an eligible nonprofit employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. LASSD is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by state or federal law. Hybrid Work Environment: Legal Aid Society of San Diego (“LASSD”) has adopted a hybrid work environment in which most staff are required to work in the office part of the week and permitted to work remotely for the remainder of the week, provided their job duties allow. All employees are issued LASSD computers and provided with appropriate supplies to perform their work. LASSD has implemented and continues to explore additional technologies to make our hybrid working environment as efficient and connected as possible. All employees must be available to travel to LASSD offices and service locations throughout San Diego County as needed and in compliance with public health advisories. Applicants must reside in or near San Diego County or plan to relocate in or near the County prior to their start date and must be able to commute to the physical Legal Aid Society of San Diego office locations or service delivery locations within San Diego County. LASSD's normal business hours are 9am-5pm, but we are open to providing flexible work schedules to the extent feasible for the position. LASSD reserves the right to change these policies at any time.

Full-time Description Public Counsel is a nonprofit public interest law firm dedicated to advancing civil rights and racial and economic justice, as well as to amplifying the power of our clients through comprehensive legal advocacy. Founded on and strengthened by a pro bono legal service model, our staff and volunteers seek justice through direct legal services, promote healthy and resilient communities through education and outreach, and support community-led efforts to transform unjust systems through litigation and policy advocacy in and beyond Los Angeles. Public Counsel operates seven legal projects: Child, Youth & Family Advocacy, Community Development, Consumer Rights & Economic Justice, Homelessness Prevention, Immigrants' Rights, Gender Justice, and our impact litigation project, Opportunity Under Law. Public Counsel has a full-time staff of approximately 160. We are committed to building a diverse staff and encourage applications from people of color, people with disabilities, and people of all gender identities, gender expressions, and sexualities. We recognize the essential role of staff in achieving our goals, and we have set a long-term intention to provide competitive compensation, benefits, training, mentorship, and overall workplace wellness, making Public Counsel a leader among nonprofit law firms. ABOUT HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION LAW PROJECT Public Counsel's Homelessness Prevention Law Project (HPLP) serves individuals who are at high risk of becoming homeless or are currently unhoused. HPLP assists unrepresented low-income litigants in unlawful detainer (eviction) actions, and provides pre-litigation counsel and advice to tenants who are involved in a landlord-tenant dispute. HPLP also provides pro bono representation to homeless individuals and families to help remove legal barriers to obtaining permanent housing. In addition, we run several community clinics to connect low-income Angelinos with free legal advice, and provide educational workshops in collaboration with community-based organizations. In addition to our homelessness prevention and anti-displacement efforts, our recent work includes: Supporting local tenants in their successful efforts to obtain and preserve COVID-related eviction protections; Working with community-based organizations to provide know-your-rights presentations and workshops to tenants on new and constantly-changing housing laws; Teaming up with other non-profit legal services providers, tenant organizers and community-based organizations throughout Los Angeles County to push forward the implementation of a Right to Counsel for all tenants in eviction proceedings. JOB SUMMARY The Supervising Attorney position is a full-time position based at Public Counsel's 610 S. Ardmore office. The Supervising Attorney will oversee Public Counsel's Shriver Housing Project. The Shriver Housing Project is a project authorized under the Shriver Civil Counsel Act (AB 590) to demonstrate the benefits of providing counsel to clients in high-stakes civil litigation such as the possible loss of housing. Although not a pure civil Gideon project, the Shriver Housing Project assists thousands of unrepresented low-income litigants in unlawful detainer actions each year. This position will oversee a team of three or more Staff Attorneys and three paralegals dedicated to this effort. The Supervising Attorney will also help maintain and grow relationships with funders and community partners, and manage the administrative aspects of the project. This position may involve off-site clinics and workshops, and will require court appearances throughout Los Angeles County as needed. The Supervising Attorney will report to HPLP's Directing Attorney. The position has the following responsibilities: Supervision of direct services staff and casework Maintaining a caseload as balanced with other supervisorial and administrative duties; Training, mentoring and professional development of staff Providing litigation support to staff Collaborate with the Directing Attorney and team members to assist with program design, development, oversight and administration Grant reporting, billing, and outcome tracking Developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external partners; Act as a resource regarding unlawful detainer cases and other housing issues for community-based organizations and partner agencies Train and provide support to pro bono volunteers Coordinating and participating in community outreach, including trainings, coalition meetings and special projects as assigned Perform other duties as assigned Requirements ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES Juris Doctor degree and licensed in California is preferred, but will consider attorneys licensed in other state(s) willing to sit for the next California bar At least 5 years of relevant public interest law experience Civil litigation experience, including jury trial experience Excellent negotiation skills Comfort with trauma-informed legal advocacy: empathy, responsive listening, restraint from judgment, and demonstration of authentic care and concern Commitments to race equity work and community lawyering, and willingness to incorporate race equity principles and community lawyering in practice Ability to effectively supervise legal work in a fast-paced environment and high volume practice; Experience managing and motivating a team Strong interpersonal skills and ability to create a culture of feedback and continual improvement; Organization skills and attention to detail Strong written and oral communication skills Ability to commute throughout Los Angeles County PREFERRED JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES Familiarity with unlawful detainer practice and landlord-tenant laws strongly preferred Ability to read, write and speak fluently in Spanish strongly preferred JOB TYPE AND BENEFITS Full-time/exempt Salary range for an attorney with 5-10 years of experience is $84,800-$99,900, depending upon years of experience, plus a $15,600 supervisor supplement for a total range of $100,400-$115,500. Non-Bargaining Fixed-duration position funded until September 30, 2026. This position is created with designated funds through September 30, 2026. Continued employment past this date is contingent on additional funding for the position. Public Counsel offers a competitive benefits package including: Medical coverage with an option for 100% employer-paid employee and dependent child(ren)'s premiums; buy-up options are available for other HMO and PPO coverage Dental and vision coverage Option to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account Employer-paid life insurance and disability plans Generous paid time off (per year): 15 accrued vacation days that increase to 20 days after 3 years of employment 12 accrued sick days that may be used for physical and mental health needs 2 personal observance days 11 paid holidays plus 2 one-week office closures (during the summer and winter) Up to 60 hours of compensatory time per calendar year (for exempt staff only) Additional benefits: 403(b) retirement plan with an elective employee contribution, and after a year of employment a discretionary employer contribution Free on-site parking or public transportation reimbursement $45 per pay period for employees who use non-English language skills to perform work duties Provision of an internet gateway and an iPhone to managers for work-related use Up to 6 months of parental leave Organizational and team wellness activities to build team cohesion and camaraderie Professional development support and opportunities Annual payment of dues for required licenses or certifications (state bar dues for attorneys) and for a mutually agreed-upon professional organization Centrally located headquarters in the heart of Koreatown, a vibrant neighborhood with easy access to public transportation, diverse dining options, and cultural attractions HOW TO APPLY We value lived experiences and experiences working with clients across a range of settings. Please consider discussing such experiences in your cover letter, especially if they are not reflected in your resume. PUBLIC COUNSEL VACCINATION POLICY AND COVID-19 PROTOCOLS Public Counsel requires vaccination against COVID-19 for all employees, including new hires. Pursuant to federal and state laws, Public Counsel will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. Public Counsel is generally office-based, but remote work has been permitted during the pandemic. All employees with Public Counsel will be required to work in the office at least one day per week, at the discretion of the head of department. Some positions require additional in-office days. This policy is subject to redesign by leadership. Public Counsel will work in a manner consistent with public health and local and state emergency orders. PUBLIC COUNSEL EEO POLICY Public Counsel is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or prospective employees on the basis of union membership or activity, race, religious creed, religious observance, ethnicity, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or predisposition, military service, military and veteran status, pregnancy, child birth and related medical conditions, marital and family status, national origin, ancestry, age, medical conditions as defined by state or federal law, or disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. All qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Our leadership team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities discipline, discharge and general treatment during employment.

Requirements Qualifications: • B.A. degree, or A.A. degree and paralegal certificate from a recognized paralegal training program, or demonstrated equivalent experience which shows strong writing, verbal, reading analytical, and research skills. • Ability to gather and complete information from clients in a telephone interview or in person interview. • Ability to respond to clients in a calm, empathetic and professional manner while courteously directing the conversation to pertinent issues. • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work independently as well as support team efforts, and to strategize and plan to timely and consistently meet grant deliverables and reporting requirements. • Must have reliable transportation. • Strong oral and written communication skills. • Strong organizational skills to handle individual caseload. Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Fluency in written and spoken Spanish preferred. • Experience in client customer service including intake, interviews and research related to legal issues, or experience in the field and understanding of related education systems, laws, and regulations. • Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income people. • Ability to work successfully with people from diverse backgrounds, including being able to communicate clearly and effectively with those who may have cultural or language barriers, and those who suffer from physical or mental disabilities. • Experience in the field of Education law or a background in education preferred. Applicants without background in education or education law will be expected to identify how they will prepare for the position if hired. Pay and Benefits: The Educational Rights Advocate is an hourly position with a pay range of $22.53-$30.77. The starting pay rate is $25.28. In addition, there is a bilingual pay increase of 2% for passing an oral test and 2% for passing a written test for threshold languages other than English. LASSD offers a generous benefits package, a 35-hour workweek, paid vacation leave and sick leave and 100% employer-paid medical premium, 50% employer-paid premium for dependents under LASSD health plan, as well as dental, vision, and life benefits. Staff also have the option to participate in a 403(b)-retirement plan and dependent and health flex savings accounts (FSA). LASSD has its own law school loan repayment program and is an eligible nonprofit employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. LASSD is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision making, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by state or federal law. Hybrid Work Environment: Legal Aid Society of San Diego (“LASSD”) has adopted a hybrid work environment in which most staff are required to work in the office part of the week and permitted to work remotely for the remainder of the week, provided their job duties allow. All employees are issued LASSD computers and provided with appropriate supplies to perform their work. LASSD has implemented and continues to explore additional technologies to make our hybrid working environment as efficient and connected as possible. All employees must be available to travel to LASSD offices and service locations throughout San Diego County as needed and in compliance with public health advisories. Applicants must reside in or near San Diego County or plan to relocate in or near the County prior to their start date and must be able to commute to the physical Legal Aid Society of San Diego office locations or service delivery locations within San Diego County. LASSD's normal business hours are 9am-5pm, but we are open to providing flexible work schedules to the extent feasible for the position. LASSD reserves the right to change these policies at any time.

HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION LAW PROJECT To apply for a summer internship with HPLP, you must be in your first or second year of law school. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a writing sample, all in PDF form. Your resume must reflect the law school you are currently enrolled in, to be considered for any summer program internship at Public Counsel. In your cover letter, discuss why you are interested in interning with Public Counsel generally and with any subproject in HPLP specifically. If you would like to be considered for a summer internship with another project at Public Counsel, please submit a separate application to that project. Note, however, you can only be hired to work with one project during the summer program. We strongly encourage you to submit your application no later than February 1. *** The Homelessness Prevention Law Project at Public Counsel combats the displacement of vulnerable communities in Los Angeles County by keeping individuals and families in stable housing and supporting recently evicted community members to reenter housing. We achieve this through a community lawyering model that combines direct legal services, education, and outreach spanning the critical intervention points that occur before, during, and after an eviction. We collaborate with other legal services agencies and community-based organizations to advance eviction prevention and protection programs throughout LA County. Our work also includes serving veterans and their families by providing legal representation to veterans and their families to remove barriers to employment and ensure access to benefits, housing, and healthcare. Our summer interns gain hands-on experience in both direct service and outreach. PREVENTING AND ENDING HOMELSSNESS PROGRAM (PEHP) Contact Person: Sarah Rogozen This program delivers comprehensive, trauma-informed, wrap-around legal services designed to remove barriers to housing. Public Counsel serves youth, families and single adults in the communities within L.A. County's Service Planning Area (SPA) 6, in partnership with local homeless services programs. We also manage CARES (Connecting Angelenos to Resources and Essential Services), a public benefits advocacy program where we go unannounced into L.A. County's Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) offices to provide on-the-spot advocacy to benefits recipients and individuals/families eligible for benefits, including General Relief, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, and CalWORKs. We remove barriers to housing that require legal intervention, including but not limited to eviction prevention, landlord/tenant dispute resolution, government benefits, and clearing quality-of-life tickets. What do student interns do in PEHP? We train students that intern with PEHP to conduct client interviews, identify legal needs and social support services, and analyze legal issues pertaining to the barriers to housing stability stated above. Students may also assist attorneys on cases, conduct legal research, draft memos and legal briefs, and provide day-of advocacy in the DPSS offices. THE SHRIVER HOUSING PROJECT - LOS ANGELES (Shriver) Contact Person: Gigi Lam The Shriver Housing Project - Los Angeles is a joint project of Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County, Inner City Law Center, Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles, and Public Counsel, working in partnership with the Los Angeles Superior Court and funded by the California Administrative Office of the Courts. The Shriver program provides critical legal services to low-income individuals and families who might otherwise not have access to legal assistance or representation. Through this program, Public Counsel takes eviction defense cases for full representation through a centralized intake system at the downtown Stanley Mosk Courthouse. What do student interns do in Shriver? Students who intern with Shriver work directly with clients and develop litigation skills by collaborating with our paralegals and attorneys throughout all stages of an eviction defense case. This might include participating in client phone calls to gather information and documentation, drafting pleadings and discovery, researching and drafting motions, and observing court hearings. STAY HOUSED LA (SHLA) Contact Person: Amy Tannenbaum SHLA is a partnership between Los Angeles County, the City of Los Angeles and local community and legal service providers to provide residents of Los Angeles County, from Lancaster to Long Beach, with information and resources to keep people in their homes. Through this program, Public Counsel provides eviction defense to City of Los Angeles residents, conducts legal clinics in collaboration with community-based organizations, and engages in advocacy to strengthen tenant protections. Stipend: The SHLA Summer Intern will receive a $10,000 stipend. What do student interns do in SHLA? We train SHLA student interns to work directly with clients and develop litigation skills by collaborating with our paralegals and attorneys throughout all stages of an eviction defense case. The work may include follow-up phone calls to gather information and documents, preparing court forms and conducting discovery, researching and writing legal briefs and motions, observing court hearings, and assisting with legal clinics. AFFIRMATIVE LITIGATION TEAM (ALT) Contact Person: Alisa Randell The Affirmative Litigation team fights to vindicate the rights of tenants to live in safe, well-cared-for, secure housing, free of harassment and discrimination. The unit focuses on litigation addressing a range of housing-related injustices, including habitability concerns, illegal lockouts, constructive evictions, discriminatory housing practices, and tenant harassment. What do student interns do in ALT? We train students who intern with ALT to conduct or assist with client interviews, and to evaluate and analyze potential legal claims under the array of tenant protections available. To support our litigation, students may have the opportunity to conduct legal research, draft litigation memos or legal briefs, assist with preparing lawsuits for filing and attend a legal clinic. CENTER FOR VETERANS' ADVANCEMENT (CVA) Contact Person: Kelly Evans CVA is a national leader in veterans' advocacy, providing legal representation to veterans and their families. We work to ensure that every veteran, returning service member, and their family members have access to the basic necessities and entitlements that foster stability and self-sufficiency including government benefits, employment, housing, and health and mental healthcare. What do student interns do in CVA? CVA student interns gain hands-on experience in both direct services and systemic advocacy. Working alongside attorneys and paraprofessionals, interns develop direct service and advocacy skills. Their work may include conducting client intakes, follow-up phone calls to gather information and documents, conducting medical records reviews, researching and drafting legal memos, and assisting with HPLP's legal clinics. *** Public Counsel is a nonprofit public interest law firm dedicated to advancing civil rights and racial and economic justice, as well as to amplifying the power of our clients through comprehensive legal advocacy. Founded on and strengthened by a pro bono legal service model, our staff and volunteers seek justice through direct legal services, promote healthy and resilient communities through education and outreach, and support community-led efforts to transform unjust systems through litigation and policy advocacy in and beyond Los Angeles.

Job DescriptionDescription: Demonstrated capacity to maintain a large caseload which may include: Interviewing prospective clients; analyzing their legal problems; rendering legal advice; negotiation with opposing parties and agencies; preparing and submitting documents for clients; representing clients in various phases of litigation; attending community meetings; developing positive relationships with client communities; developing complex litigation; finding solutions to broader client problems through litigation; policy development or other strategies. About the Organization Legal Aid Society of San Diego (LASSD), the largest poverty law firm serving San Diego County since 1953, strengthens our communities by redressing our clients' legal problems, empowering our clients to access and effectively participate within the legal, governmental and social systems and encouraging self-empowerment in the fight against poverty and injustice. LASSD continues to be a proud, committed and compassionate group of people dedicated to providing equal access to justice for San Diegans through aggressive, quality legal services. #justicebeginshere Essential Functions: · Interviewing prospective clients, conducting investigations and legal research, rendering legal advice, preparation of legal documents, developing a caseload · Handling an increasingly complex caseload of prelitigation and unlawful detainer cases, · Representing clients in all phases of administrative hearings or court litigation, including research, drafting pleadings and briefs, trial, and appeal · Developing positive relationships with the client community • Handling an increasingly complex litigation caseload • Assisting in the training and supervision of advocates, law students and volunteers as appropriate • Developing creative methods, litigious and non-litigious for dealing with recurring client problems • Developing good working relationships with court, administrative agency personnel, and opposing counsel • Collaborating with other teams and outside organizations to provide holistic services • Staying up to date on substantive developments in the housing field • Compliance with all program and grant requirements Additional duties may include: · Handing affirmative litigation cases as appropriate · Attending community meetings, conducting education and outreach events to community groups, service providers, partners, and governmental agencies and employees · Assisting with legislative and administrative policy analysis and advocacy as appropriate · Other duties as may be assigned Requirements: Qualifications: · Admitted and in Good Standing with the California State Bar · Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills · Ability to work independently as well as support team efforts, and to strategize and plan so as to timely and consistently meet grant deliverables and reporting requirements · Must have reliable transportation Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: · Fluency in written and spoken Spanish preferred · Member of the Federal Bar · Knowledge of or experience in landlord-tenant law and/or civil litigation · Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income people · Ability to work successfully with people from diverse backgrounds Pay and Benefits: The Staff Attorney position is a salaried position with an annual salary range of $75,000 - $112,500. The starting salary is $75,000. LASSD offers a generous benefits package, a 35-hour workweek, paid vacation leave and sick leave and 100% employer-paid medical premium, 50% employer-paid premium for dependents under LASSD health plan, as well as, dental, vision and life benefits. Staff also have the option to participate in a 403(b)-retirement plan and dependent and health flex savings accounts (FSA). LASSD has its own loan repayment program and is an eligible nonprofit employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. In addition, there is a bilingual pay increase of 2% for passing an oral test and 2% for passing a written test for threshold languages other than English. LASSD is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision making, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by state or federal law. Hybrid Work Environment: Legal Aid Society of San Diego (“LASSD”) has adopted a hybrid work environment in which most staff are required to work in the office part of the week and permitted to work remotely for the remainder of the week, provided their job duties allow. All employees are issued LASSD computers and provided with appropriate supplies to perform their work. LASSD has implemented and continues to explore additional technologies to make our hybrid working environment as efficient and connected as possible. All employees must be available to travel to LASSD offices and service locations throughout San Diego County as needed and in compliance with public health advisories. Applicants must reside in or near San Diego County or plan to relocate in or near the County prior to their start date and must be able to commute to the physical Legal Aid Society of San Diego office locations or service delivery locations within San Diego County. LASSD's normal business hours are 9am-5pm, but we are open to providing flexible work schedules to the extent feasible for the position. LASSD reserves the right to change these policies at any time.

Job DescriptionDescription: The Senior Attorney effectively leads the Immigration Team in all aspects of client representation and administrative responsibilities. The Senior Attorney represents clients in preparation, submission, and representation on affirmative filings, as well as in all phases of immigration court proceedings. The Senior Attorney trains, supervises, and co-counsels with lesser experienced staff. Provides and supervises community education presentations as well as substantive trainings to staff and others partner organizations. Recruits, trains, and supervises pro bono attorneys, students, and volunteers. Is responsible for administrative functions and grant requirements specific to the team. About the Organization Legal Aid Society of San Diego (LASSD), the largest poverty law firm serving San Diego County since 1953, strengthens our communities by redressing our clients' legal problems, empowering our clients to access and effectively participate within the legal, governmental, and social systems and encouraging self-empowerment in the fight against poverty and injustice. LASSD continues to be a proud, committed, and compassionate group of people dedicated to providing equal access to justice for San Diegans through aggressive, quality legal services. #justicebeginshere Essential Functions: • Oversees the substantive and administrative responsibilities of the practice team. • Interviews prospective clients, renders legal advice, and represents clients in all phases of affirmative immigration applications and immigration court removal defense; maintains an increasingly complex caseload. • Prepares affirmative filings for USCIS and accompanies clients to USCIS interviews and filing appeals from denied applications. • Trains and assists less experienced staff attorneys and accredited representatives to become effective in representation of their clients through trial preparation, drafting of pleadings, effective research, and case preparation and litigation strategy. • Evaluates the work of and creates professional development plans for staff underneath his/her direct supervision. • With assistance from Lead Attorney, monitors team productivity and quality of work, helps to maintain the team calendar, conducts team meetings and case reviews. • Manages all team-specific grants, including grant writing, ensuring timely completion of deliverables, drafting, and submitting grant reports, responding to funders, preparing for, and participating in monitoring visits. • Proposes new funding strategies and solicits increased funding via grant proposals and submissions for their team. • In concert with the Lead Attorney, assists in the implementation of substantive and administrative policies and procedures. • Attends community outreach and education events, conducts substantive workshops, trainings, and clinics; conducts screenings and assessments of applicants and clients. • Develops and maintains a positive working relationship with client communities, community-based organizations, partner organizations, the immigration court, and government agencies. • Timely and accurately performs all required personal administrative duties for the benefit of the program and as an example for their staff (e.g., is punctual, sets a good attendance example for staff, daily entry of time and case notes into the Case Management System, and timely completes administrative and required regulatory and contractual tasks). • Assists in the development and implementation of creative strategies for resolution of systemic problems which adversely affect our client communities, including legislative and administrative advocacy. • Ensures compliance with all program and grant requirements. • Works closely with Executive Management and meaningfully reports to the Board of Directors annually. • Answers questions about immigration eligibility for all LASSD staff. • Other duties as assigned by Management. Requirements: Qualifications: • Must be a member in good standing with the bar and eligible to practice in the highest court of any state, possession, territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia. • Must have five (5) years' experience as a practicing attorney, three (3) years of which must be in civil poverty law or public interest law. • Fluency in written and spoken Spanish required. • Must have substantive and procedural expertise in all aspects of the practice of immigration law. • Skill in working independently and following through on assignments with accuracy and minimal direction, as well as supporting team efforts, and to strategize and plan to timely and consistently meet grant deliverables and reporting requirements. • Demonstrated skills in managing others in a regulated climate and ensuring personal and team compliance with such regulations. • Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work with other teams, the public, volunteers, court personnel, government agencies, and partner organizations. • Must have the desire and ability to work with and mentor less experienced attorneys and staff. • Must have demonstrated knowledge, skills, and experience in the proposed area of practice with the ability to develop procedural and substantive strategies to effectively represent clients and undertake resolution of structural inequities affecting our client population. • High level of attention to detail required. • Must have experience in working with and representing our client communities and demonstrated commitment to serving low-income people. • Education and/or experience that demonstrates an understanding of the needs of low-income persons, immigrants and/or other under-served, under-represented populations. • Ability to work successfully with people from diverse backgrounds. • Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required by events and deadlines. • Must have reliable transportation. Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Experience with grant writing, reporting and management. • Excellent Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint skills. Salary and Benefits: The Immigration Senior Attorney is an exempt position with an annual salary range of $110,000 - $165,000. The starting salary is $110,000. In addition, there is a bilingual pay increase of 2% for passing an oral test and 2% for passing a written test for threshold languages other than English. LASSD offers a generous benefits package, a 35-hour workweek, paid vacation leave and sick leave and 100% employer-paid medical premium, 50% employer-paid premium for dependents under LASSD health plan, as well as dental, vision and life benefits. Staff also have the option to participate in a 403(b)-retirement plan and dependent and health flex savings accounts (FSA). LASSD has its own law school loan repayment program and is an eligible nonprofit employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. LASSD is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by state or federal law. Hybrid Work Environment: Legal Aid Society of San Diego (“LASSD”) has adopted a hybrid work environment in which most staff are required to work in the office part of the week and permitted to work remotely for the remainder of the week, provided their job duties allow. All employees are issued LASSD computers and provided with appropriate supplies to perform their work. LASSD has implemented and continues to explore additional technologies to make our hybrid working environment as efficient and connected as possible. All employees must be available to travel to LASSD offices and service locations throughout San Diego County as needed and in compliance with public health advisories. Applicants must reside in or near San Diego County or plan to relocate in or near the County prior to their start date and must be able to commute to the physical Legal Aid Society of San Diego office locations or service delivery locations within San Diego County. LASSD's normal business hours are 9am-5pm, but we are open to providing flexible work schedules to the extent feasible for the position. LASSD reserves the right to change these policies at any time.

Public Counsel is a nonprofit public interest law firm dedicated to advancing civil rights and racial and economic justice, as well as to amplifying the power of our clients through comprehensive legal advocacy. Founded on and strengthened by a pro bono legal service model, our staff and volunteers seek justice through direct legal services, promote healthy and resilient communities through education and outreach, and support community-led efforts to transform unjust systems through litigation and policy advocacy in and beyond Los Angeles. Public Counsel operates seven legal projects: Child, Youth & Family Advocacy, Community Development, Consumer Rights & Economic Justice, Homelessness Prevention, Immigrants' Rights, Gender Justice, and our impact litigation project, Opportunity Under Law. Public Counsel has a full-time staff of approximately 160. We are committed to building a diverse staff and encourage applications from people of color, people with disabilities, and people of all gender identities, gender expressions, and sexualities. We recognize the essential role of staff in achieving our goals, and we have set a long-term intention to provide competitive compensation, benefits, training, mentorship, and overall workplace wellness, making Public Counsel a leader among nonprofit law firms. ABOUT CONSUMER RIGHTS & ECONOMIC JUSTICE PROJECT Public Counsel's Consumer Rights & Economic Justice (“CREJ”) Project is one of the oldest projects within Public Counsel. Our mission is to advance racial and economic justice by representing and advocating for individuals who are low-income and their families to improve their financial futures, safeguard intergenerational wealth, address systemic inequalities, and oppose the institutions and companies that take advantage of the communities we serve. JOB SUMMARY The Supervising Attorney is responsible for coordinating CREJ's provision of home preservation and student loan services to clients, along with associated impact litigation. The Supervising Attorney will lead a team providing expert home preservation and student loan services under two separate grants, including client representation, clinics and placements/co-counselling with pro bono attorneys where appropriate. The Supervising Attorney is responsible for supervising a team including at least three staff attorneys/fellows, and paralegals/administrative staff. The position has the following responsibilities: Manage the provision of homeownership preservation and student loan debt services across the CREJ team Supervise the CalHFA Home Preservation and DFPI Student Loan grants teams Consult and provide mentorship and coaching on student loan, home ownership and economic justice related issues as needed Keep up to date with the latest law and practice in foreclosure, including loss mitigation, and student loans, including all options for discharge or restructuring of educational debt Work in collaboration with other legal services and government enforcement groups at the local, state and national level in the home preservation and student loan spaces Actively manage grant deliverables and budgets to target Actively pursue funding and contribute to grant proposals Identify and litigate individual and impact cases where appropriate Represent CREJ and Public Counsel in external meetings and events, including in front of funders, and speaking on behalf of the project to the media where appropriate Perform other duties as assigned Requirements ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES Juris Doctor degree and a member in good standing of the California Bar preferred 7-10 years of experience in legal advocacy Proven expertise in consumer law, ideally in homeownership preservation and/or student loans Experience in delivering trauma-informed legal services to lower-income, elderly and BIPOC clients Experience preparing and delivering targeted educational trainings Excellent written and oral communication skills Excellent managerial, strategic thinking and leadership skills Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well as part of a team Experience with training, mentoring, and professional development of staff and volunteers Demonstrated commitment to racial and economic justice, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and in the communities Public Counsel serves High levels of emotional intelligence and cultural competency, including being curious, self-aware, cognizant of bias, empathetic, patient, and willing to listen, and having a growth and open mindset Policy advocacy experience desirable Impact litigation experience desirable Spanish-language fluency desirable JOB TYPE AND BENEFITS Full-time/exempt Salary range for an attorney with 7-10 years of experience is $90,500-$99,900, depending upon years of experience, plus a $14,560 supervisor supplement for a total range of $105,060-$114,460 This supervisor supplement is based upon the supervision of four staff members and will change if the number of staff supervised increases or decreases. Non-bargaining Fixed-duration position funded until June 30, 2029. This position is created with designated funds through June 30, 2029. Continued employment past this date is contingent on additional funding for the position Public Counsel offers a competitive benefits package including: Medical coverage with an option for 100% employer-paid employee and dependent child(ren)'s premiums; buy-up options are available for other HMO and PPO coverage Dental and vision coverage Option to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account Employer-paid life insurance and disability plans Generous paid time off (per year): 15 accrued vacation days that increase to 20 days after 3 years of employment 12 accrued sick days that may be used for physical and mental health needs 2 personal observance days 11 paid holidays plus 2 one-week office closures (during the summer and winter) Up to 60 hours of compensatory time per calendar year (for exempt staff only) Additional benefits: 403(b) retirement plan with an elective employee contribution, and after a year of employment a discretionary employer contribution Free on-site parking or public transportation reimbursement $45 per pay period for employees who use non-English language skills to perform work duties Up to 6 months of parental leave Organizational and team wellness activities to build team cohesion and camaraderie Professional development support and opportunities Annual payment of dues for required licenses or certifications (state bar dues for attorneys) and for a mutually agreed-upon professional organization Centrally located headquarters in the heart of Koreatown, a vibrant neighborhood with easy access to public transportation, diverse dining options, and cultural attractions HOW TO APPLY We value lived experiences and experiences working with clients across a range of settings. Please consider discussing such experiences in your cover letter, especially if they are not reflected in your resume. PUBLIC COUNSEL VACCINATION POLICY AND COVID-19 PROTOCOLS Public Counsel requires vaccination against COVID-19 for all employees, including new hires. Pursuant to federal and state laws, Public Counsel will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. Public Counsel is generally office-based, but remote work has been permitted during the pandemic. All employees with Public Counsel are required to work in the office at least one day per week, at the discretion of the head of department. Some positions require additional in-office days. This policy is subject to redesign by leadership. Public Counsel will work in a manner consistent with public health and local and state emergency orders. PUBLIC COUNSEL EEO POLICY Public Counsel is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or prospective employees on the basis of union membership or activity, race, religious creed, religious observance, ethnicity, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or predisposition, military service, military and veteran status, pregnancy, child birth and related medical conditions, marital and family status, national origin, ancestry, age, medical conditions as defined by state or federal law, or disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. All qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Our leadership team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities discipline, discharge and general treatment during employment.

Public Counsel is a nonprofit public interest law firm dedicated to advancing civil rights and racial and economic justice, as well as to amplifying the power of our clients through comprehensive legal advocacy. Founded on and strengthened by a pro bono legal service model, our staff and volunteers seek justice through direct legal services, promote healthy and resilient communities through education and outreach, and support community-led efforts to transform unjust systems through litigation and policy advocacy in and beyond Los Angeles. OPPORTUNITY UNDER LAW PROJECT Opportunity Under Law (OUL) was formed in 2014 to expand Public Counsel's longstanding economic justice and impact litigation practice. OUL combats economic and racial injustice in all its forms through community-based, strategic campaigns combining impact litigation, organizing, and communications. These campaigns affect large groups of people within California and nationwide to address structural inequities and discrimination on the basis of race, wealth, disability, gender, and immigration status. Current areas of focus include education equity, children's rights, combatting homelessness, immigrants' rights, criminalization of poverty, and low-wage workers' rights. OUL works with student interns to match areas of interest with our active litigation. Some of OUL's recent litigation is described below followed by examples of student activities related to each focus area: HOUSING RIGHTS Powers v. McDonough is an ongoing lawsuit challenging the federal government's failure to provide housing and healthcare to Los Angeles veterans with disabilities. As a direct result of the government's inaction, nearly 3,500 veterans are homeless in Los Angeles in any given night. The lawsuit seeks to (1) require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to fulfill its commitments to provide appropriate Permanent Supportive Housing to disabled veterans and (2) prohibit the VA from entering or continuing unlawful land use agreements. What do student interns do in housing rights? Students who work on OUL's housing rights litigation have conducted legal research, written briefs, assisted with discovery review, exhibit preparation for depositions and trial testimony, attended federal trial dates, and more. During the previous summer, summer clerks observed in-person depositions and reviewed transcripts to create testimony outlines that were critical for trial preparation in Powers . CHILD WELFARE Ocean S. v. LA County is a lawsuit filed in August 2023 against the State of California and LA County on behalf of young people in foster care. The suit challenges the governments' systemic failure to provide safe, stable housing and necessary support services for transition age foster youth currently in the foster care system, including by ensuring that all young people in foster care have legally compliant case and transition planning tailored to meet their individual needs. What do student interns do in child welfare? Students who work on child welfare cases have written briefs, researched and identified expert witnesses, written team memos on the impact of trauma on foster youth outcomes, researched disability law, monitored settlements for compliance, and more. Previous summer clerks had the opportunity to draft portions of an amicus brief in the Supreme Court case Brackeen v. Haaland , highlighting the importance of preserving the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), which protects the rights of Native American youth in foster care. Other notable assignments include working with organizational partners to draft letters of guidance to courts and Judicial Counsel to ensure proper application of new law during probate court proceedings. EDUCATION EQUITY Mae M. v. Komrosky is an ongoing lawsuit challenging the Temecula Valley Unified School District's censorship of concepts that conflict with their ideological viewpoints, including the history of the LGBTQ rights movement and the existence of systemic racism. The suit, filed in August 2023, is a first-of-its-kind case that seeks to invalidate the Board's curriculum censorship and affirm students' right to comprehensive, fact-based education in California's public schools. What do student interns do in education equity? Students who work on education equity have written briefings, drafted expert declarations, organized and hosted plaintiff meetings, researched anti-“CRT” policies throughout the country, followed policy and local politics news, reviewed compliance with education settlements, submitted and reviewed FOIA requests, and participated in oral argument moot court, and more. Previous summer clerks conducted extensive fact research and drafted expert declarations for a preliminary injunction in Cayla J. v. State of California , a case challenging the disproportionate learning loss among low-income students of color. Other notable assignments include legal research and drafting a successful appellate brief in the IntegrateNYC v. State of New York , a case challenging New York City's two-tiered public school system that disproportionately screens out low-income students of color and seeks to establish a state right to an antiracist education. *** To apply for a summer internship with OUL, please submit two PDFs, one containing your cover letter and the other containing your resume (and a transcript, if available) In your cover letter, discuss why you are interested in interning with Public Counsel generally and with OUL specifically. Note that we are especially interested in receiving applications from historically underrepresented students consistent with our active, ongoing commitment to increasing equity and inclusion, and that we value lived experiences and experiences working with clients across a range of settings. Please consider addressing these topics in your cover letter, especially if not reflected in your resume. If you also would like to be considered for a summer internship with another project at Public Counsel (Children's Rights, Community Development, Consumer Rights and Economic Justice, Gender Justice, Homelessness Prevention, or Immigrants' Rights), please submit a separate application to that project. Note, however, that we can hire you to work with only one project during summer 2026. We strongly encourage you to submit your application no later than February 1, 2026.

Requirements Qualifications: · Admitted and in Good Standing with the California State Bar · Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills · Ability to work independently as well as support team efforts, and to strategize and plan so as to timely and consistently meet grant deliverables and reporting requirements · Must have reliable transportation Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: · Fluency in written and spoken Spanish preferred · Member of the Federal Bar · Knowledge of or experience in landlord-tenant law and/or civil litigation · Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income people · Ability to work successfully with people from diverse backgrounds Pay and Benefits: The Staff Attorney position is a salaried position with an annual salary range of $75,000 - $112,500. The starting salary is $75,000. LASSD offers a generous benefits package, a 35-hour workweek, paid vacation leave and sick leave and 100% employer-paid medical premium, 50% employer-paid premium for dependents under LASSD health plan, as well as, dental, vision and life benefits. Staff also have the option to participate in a 403(b)-retirement plan and dependent and health flex savings accounts (FSA). LASSD has its own loan repayment program and is an eligible nonprofit employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. In addition, there is a bilingual pay increase of 2% for passing an oral test and 2% for passing a written test for threshold languages other than English. LASSD is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision making, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by state or federal law. Hybrid Work Environment: Legal Aid Society of San Diego (“LASSD”) has adopted a hybrid work environment in which most staff are required to work in the office part of the week and permitted to work remotely for the remainder of the week, provided their job duties allow. All employees are issued LASSD computers and provided with appropriate supplies to perform their work. LASSD has implemented and continues to explore additional technologies to make our hybrid working environment as efficient and connected as possible. All employees must be available to travel to LASSD offices and service locations throughout San Diego County as needed and in compliance with public health advisories. Applicants must reside in or near San Diego County or plan to relocate in or near the County prior to their start date and must be able to commute to the physical Legal Aid Society of San Diego office locations or service delivery locations within San Diego County. LASSD's normal business hours are 9am-5pm, but we are open to providing flexible work schedules to the extent feasible for the position. LASSD reserves the right to change these policies at any time.

Job DescriptionDescription: With input and supervision of the Managing Attorney, the Supervising Attorney will effectively lead and oversee the work of the Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) of the CCHEA team. The Supervising Attorney will assist in training and supervising legal and advocacy work of staff attorneys, non-attorney staff, interns, and volunteers. The Supervising Attorney is primarily responsible for the review of all BHU case work, being responsive to case review questions from advocates and staff attorneys and assisting the Managing Attorney to ensure the overall quality and competency of the substantive legal work. The Supervising Attorney will also help identify and meet staff training needs in coordination with other management staff, as well as assist with the team's grant management as needed. About the Organization Legal Aid Society of San Diego (LASSD), the largest poverty law firm serving San Diego County since 1953, strengthens our communities by redressing our clients' legal problems, empowering our clients to access and effectively participate within the legal, governmental, and social systems and encouraging self-empowerment in the fight against poverty and injustice. LASSD continues to be a proud, committed, and compassionate group of people dedicated to providing equal access to justice for San Diegans through aggressive, quality legal services. #justicebeginshere Principal Duties and Responsibilities: • Assists Managing Attorney with supervising a unit comprised of staff attorneys, advocates, support staff, and volunteers. • Interview prospective clients, render legal advice, maintain an increasingly complex caseload, and represent clients in all phases of affirmative administrative litigation. • Train and assist less experienced attorneys to become effective in representation of their clients through administrative litigation, negotiation, research, and case strategy. • In conjunction with the Managing Attorney, evaluate the work of and create professional development plans for staff underneath their direct supervision. • Timely and accurately perform all team administrative duties, including the review of closed cases. • Along with the Managing Attorney, maintain oversight of Behavioral Health Unit (BHU), including serving as a liaison to CCHEA Operations and Executive Management regarding BHU activities, contract and grant making activities, and other duties as assigned. • Maintain knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and protocols applicable to the work of the CCHEA team. Understand Title IX and its application for patients' rights advocacy work. • Develop, implement, monitor, and revise protocols, policies, and procedures for the program in cooperation with the CCHEA Managing Attorney, Executive Management, and relevant Boards. • In conjunction with the Managing Attorney, monitor and analyze program data and ensure its accuracy. Oversee the submission of monthly mental health and substance abuse logs to the county. Prepare and lead the annual chart reviews for behavioral health cases. • Assist with the development of the CCHEA annual report. • Prepare recommendations for policy development in coordination with the CEO/Executive Director, CCHEA Managing Attorney, and CCHEA Director of Policy and Training. Participate in behavioral health systems advocacy efforts as appropriate. • In conjunction with the Managing Attorney, develop, implement, and supervise behavioral health community education and outreach programs, including materials development, in collaboration with the appropriate Boards and outside organizations. • In conjunction with the Managing Attorney, ensure that the Program achieves and maintains an active and visible role in the consumer and organizational communities. Identify consumer representatives for the Consumer Center's Advisory Board. Maintain positive relationships with those consumers and promote their participation on the Board. • Assist with grant writing and grant management of BHU, including contract deliverables, data collection, and timely reporting compliance. • Maintain excellent relationships with funders, including ensuring positive and productive relationships with County BHS. • Seek new funding opportunities to enhance and expand existing health care advocacy services in conjunction with the Executive Management and CCHEA Operations. • Develop teamwork and encourage active staff participation. Motivate and mentor new BHU staff and provide continuous coaching for those staff. • Incorporate new rules and policies into staff training. • Review and approve BHU staff time sheets and requests for leave. Develop agendas and lead BHU staff meetings. • Participate and represent LASSD and the Consumer Center in relevant meetings and calls pertaining to the BHU, including but not limited to the Behavioral Health Advisory Board, BHS Quality Review Council, and others as assigned. • Other duties may be assigned. Requirements: Qualifications: • Must be a member of the California Bar. • Must have three (3) years' experience as a practicing attorney, two (2) of which must be in public interest law. • Demonstrated knowledge of the Behavioral Health (BH) system of care, including its governing laws and policies as well as relevant oversight agencies and patient's rights and protections. • The capability to relate to staff and the specific client communities in a direct, professional, and empathetic manner. • The ability to supervise staff, evaluate performance outcomes, and provide feedback. • Knowledge, understanding, and application of the principles required to collect and analyze data accurately and reliably. • Understanding of legal issues and needs faced by the client communities served by the program and the laws relating to those issues. • Have knowledge of the terminology used by professionals and the service provider community that affects the issues impacting the client communities. • Ability to work independently and organize workload including setting priorities, goals, and staff schedules. • Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly in writing and orally. • Willingness to travel throughout San Diego as well as to meetings throughout the State. • Demonstrated experience in developing and presenting training materials and programs. • Must have reliable transportation. Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Knowledge of Behavioral Health diversionary programs, standards and rights related to involuntary inpatient and outpatient mental health services, assisted outpatient treatment and Laura's Law, and the CARE Act. • Fluency in written and spoken Spanish or a threshold language preferred. • Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income and underrepresented people. • Ability to work successfully with people from diverse backgrounds. Pay and Benefits: The Supervising Attorney for the CCHEA Behavioral Health Unit is a salaried position with a salary range of $95,000 - $135,000. The starting salary is $95,000. In addition, there is a bilingual pay increase of 2% for passing an oral test and 2% for passing a written test for threshold languages other than English. LASSD offers a generous benefits package, a 35-hour workweek, paid vacation leave and sick leave and 100% employer-paid medical premium, 50% employer-paid premium for dependents under LASSD health plan, as well as dental, vision, and life benefits. Staff also have the option to participate in a 403(b)-retirement plan and dependent and health flex savings accounts (FSA). LASSD has its own law school loan repayment program and is an eligible nonprofit employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. LASSD is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision making, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by state or federal law. Hybrid Work Environment: Legal Aid Society of San Diego (“LASSD”) has adopted a hybrid work environment in which most staff are required to work in the office part of the week and permitted to work remotely for the remainder of the week, provided their job duties allow. All employees are issued LASSD computers and provided with appropriate supplies to perform their work. LASSD has implemented and continues to explore additional technologies to make our hybrid working environment as efficient and connected as possible. All employees must be available to travel to LASSD offices and service locations throughout San Diego County as needed and in compliance with public health advisories. Applicants must reside in or near San Diego County or plan to relocate in or near the County prior to their start date and must be able to commute to the physical Legal Aid Society of San Diego office locations or service delivery locations within San Diego County. LASSD's normal business hours are 9am-5pm, but we are open to providing flexible work schedules to the extent feasible for the position. LASSD reserves the right to change these policies at any time.

Full-time Description Public Counsel is a nonprofit public interest law firm dedicated to advancing civil rights and racial and economic justice, as well as to amplifying the power of our clients through comprehensive legal advocacy. Founded on and strengthened by a pro bono legal service model, our staff and volunteers seek justice through direct legal services, promote healthy and resilient communities through education and outreach, and support community-led efforts to transform unjust systems through litigation and policy advocacy in and beyond Los Angeles. Public Counsel operates seven legal projects: Child, Youth & Family Advocacy, Community Development, Consumer Rights & Economic Justice, Homelessness Prevention, Immigrants' Rights, Gender Justice, and our impact litigation project, Opportunity Under Law. Public Counsel has a full-time staff of approximately 160. We are committed to building a diverse staff and encourage applications from people of color, people with disabilities, and people of all gender identities, gender expressions, and sexualities. We recognize the essential role of staff in achieving our goals, and we have set a long-term intention to provide competitive compensation, benefits, training, mentorship, and overall workplace wellness, making Public Counsel a leader among nonprofit law firms. ABOUT HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION LAW PROJECT Public Counsel's Homelessness Prevention Law Project (HPLP) serves individuals who are homeless or at high risk of becoming homeless. The Shriver Housing Project is a pilot project authorized under the Shriver Civil Counsel Act (AB 590) to demonstrate the benefits of providing counsel to clients in high-stakes civil litigation such as the possible loss of housing. Although not a pure civil Gideon project, the Shriver Housing Project assists thousands of unrepresented low-income litigants in unlawful detainer actions. In addition to our homelessness prevention and anti-displacement efforts, our recent work includes: Supporting local tenants in their successful efforts to obtain an Eviction Moratorium ordinance Teaming up with other non-profit legal services providers, tenant organizers and community-based organizations throughout Los Angeles County to push forward the implementation of a Right to Counsel for all tenants in eviction proceedings JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the Supervising Attorney, the new Staff Attorney will: Carry a personal caseload litigating unlawful detainer cases which includes: client interviews; drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs, and correspondence; negotiating with outside parties representing clients in court and conducting jury trials Provide legal counsel, advice, and limited scope representation to low-income individuals regarding evictions and related housing matters Act as a resource regarding unlawful detainer cases and other housing issues for other Public Counsel staff and partner agencies Some work with a large network of pro bono attorneys to handle unlawful detainer cases and other housing matters Participate in community outreach, including preparing and presenting trainings and doing special projects as assigned Assist with grant reporting, billing, and outcome tracking for housing work Perform other duties as assigned Requirements ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES Juris Doctor degree and a member in good standing of the California Bar Willingness and ability to conduct jury trials, with appropriate supervision and training Strong written and oral communication skills Excellent negotiation and organizational skills Ability to spot legal issues and comfort with providing real-time counsel & advice Desire to learn as well as share knowledge with other team members Comfort with practicing trauma-informed legal advocacy: empathy, responsive listening, restraint from judgment, and demonstration of authentic care and concern Ability to work with and have sensitivity to individuals in crisis and at-risk of homelessness Commitments to race equity and community-centered work, and willingness to incorporate race equity principles and community-centered approaches in practice Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Ability to commute throughout Los Angeles County Strong interpersonal skills Detail oriented Ability to work well as part of a team, but also work independently with minimal to moderate supervision PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES 1-5 years of litigation experience preferred Eviction defense experience preferred Familiarity with housing laws Experience with data collection and creating reports Ability to read, write and speak fluently in Spanish is strongly preferred JOB TYPE AND BENEFITS Full-time/exempt Salary range for an attorney with 0-11 years of experience is $77,000-$103,400 depending upon years of experience Bargaining Probationary period: 9 Months Fixed-duration position funded until September 30, 2026. This position is created with designated funds through September 30, 2026. Continued employment past this date is contingent on additional funding for the position Public Counsel offers a competitive benefits package including: Medical coverage with an option for 100% employer-paid employee and dependent child(ren)'s premiums; buy-up options are available for other HMO and PPO coverage Dental and vision coverage Option to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account Employer-paid life insurance and disability plans Generous paid time off (per year): 15 accrued vacation days that increase to 20 days after 3 years of employment 12 accrued sick days that may be used for physical and mental health needs 2 personal observance days 11 paid holidays plus 2 one-week office closures (during the summer and winter) Up to 60 hours of compensatory time per calendar year (for exempt staff only) Additional benefits: 403(b) retirement plan with an elective employee contribution, and after a year of employment a discretionary employer contribution Free on-site parking or public transportation reimbursement $45 per pay period for employees who use non-English language skills to perform work duties Up to 6 months of parental leave Organizational and team wellness activities to build team cohesion and camaraderie Professional development support and opportunities Annual payment of dues for required licenses or certifications (state bar dues for attorneys) and for a mutually agreed-upon professional organization Centrally located headquarters in the heart of Koreatown, a vibrant neighborhood with easy access to public transportation, diverse dining options, and cultural attractions We value lived experiences and experiences working with clients across a range of settings. Please consider discussing such experiences in your cover letter, especially if they are not reflected in your resume. PUBLIC COUNSEL VACCINATION POLICY AND COVID-19 PROTOCOLS Public Counsel requires vaccination against COVID-19 for all employees, including new hires. Pursuant to federal and state laws, Public Counsel will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. Public Counsel is generally office-based, but remote work was launched during the pandemic. All employees with Public Counsel are now required to work in the office at least one day per week, at the discretion of the head of department. Some positions require additional in-office days. This policy is subject to redesign by leadership. Public Counsel will work in a manner consistent with public health and local and state emergency orders. PUBLIC COUNSEL EEO POLICY Public Counsel is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or prospective employees on the basis of union membership or activity, race, religious creed, religious observance, ethnicity, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or predisposition, military service, military and veteran status, pregnancy, child birth and related medical conditions, marital and family status, national origin, ancestry, age, medical conditions as defined by state or federal law, or disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. All qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Our leadership team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities discipline, discharge and general treatment during employment.

In concert with and at the direction of the Housing Managing Attorney, effectively represents clients in all phases of unlawful detainer litigation; supervises, advises and co-counsels with lesser experienced staff attorneys to improve their litigation and advocacy skills in delivering legal services to our client community in all types of housing and landlord-tenant issues. Is responsible for all required administrative functions and grant requirements of their team. Responsible for the optimum functioning of a specialized law team in a legal aid environment. About the Organization Legal Aid Society of San Diego (LASSD), the largest poverty law firm serving San Diego County since 1953, strengthens our communities by redressing our clients' legal problems, empowering our clients to access and effectively participate within the legal, governmental and social systems and encouraging self-empowerment in the fight against poverty and injustice. LASSD continues to be a proud, committed and compassionate group of people dedicated to providing equal access to justice for San Diegans through aggressive, quality legal services. #justicebeginshere Principal Duties and Responsibilities •Assists the Housing Managing Attorney with supervision of a large team comprised of staff attorneys, advocates, support staff, and volunteers. •Represents clients in all phases of litigation and pre-litigation matters. •Trains and assists less experienced attorneys to become effective in representation of their clients through trial preparation, drafting of pleadings, discovery, negotiation, research and case strategy. •Trains and supervises advocates to ensure effective representation of clients in administrative matters and proceedings. •Assists the Managing Attorney in evaluating the work of and creating professional development plans for staff underneath their direct supervision. •Timely and accurately performs all team administrative duties for the benefit of the program and as an example to their staff (e.g., is punctual, sets a good attendance example for staff, daily entry of time and case notes into the Case Management System, and timely completes administrative and required regulatory and contractual tasks). •Reviews closed cases of staff to ensure appropriate handling and compliance with grant requirements. •Maintains data, records, case files in compliance with funding and programmatic requirements. •Helps manage grant projects, including review of staff time and case note entries, monitoring productivity, and preparation of documentation and information as requested by funders, etc. •Develops and implements mid and long-term strategies for resolution of identified systemic barriers to our clients' economic and social security. •Engages in community outreach and education. •Works with our client communities to develop and implement new strategies for resolution of systemic problems which adversely affect them. •Develops positive working relationship with the court and other partner organizations. •Compliance with all program and grant requirements. •Other tasks as may be assigned. Requirements Qualifications •Must be a member of the California Bar. •Must have three (3) years' experience as a practicing attorney, two (2) of which must be in civil poverty law or public interest law. •Must have demonstrated capabilities in using basic tools of a litigating attorney: drafting answers, propounding and responding to discovery, depositions, negotiations, law and motion trial experience, and post-trial remedies including post-trial motions, writs and appeals. •Must have desire and demonstrated capacity to train and mentor lesser experienced attorneys. •Demonstrated experience in working with and representing our client communities. •Demonstrated skills in managing others in a regulated climate and ensuring personal and team compliance with such regulations. •Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work with other teams, the public, volunteers, court personnel, government agencies, and partner organizations. •Must have demonstrated capability to support team efforts and to strategize/plan in order to timely and consistently meet grant deliverables and reporting requirements. •High level of attention to detail required. •Skill in working independently and following through on assignments with accuracy and minimal direction. •Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required by events and deadlines. Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities •Fluency in written and spoken Spanish preferred. •Must have demonstrated knowledge of or experience with administrative proceedings. •Must have demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience in housing law (landlord-tenant law, unlawful detainer proceedings, and administrative law pertaining to subsidized housing) with the ability to develop procedural and substantive strategies to effectively represent clients and undertake resolution of structural inequities affecting our client population. •Excellent Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint skills •Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income people •Ability to work successfully with people from diverse backgrounds Salary and Benefits: The Supervising Attorney position is an exempt position with an annual salary range of $90,000 - $135,000. The starting pay rate is $95,000. In addition, there is a bilingual pay increase of 2% for passing an oral test and 2% for passing a written test for threshold languages other than English. LASSD offers a generous benefits package, a 35-hour workweek, paid vacation leave and sick leave and 100% employer-paid medical premium, 50% employer-paid premium for dependents under LASSD health plan, as well as dental, vision, and life benefits. Staff also have the option to participate in a 403(b)-retirement plan and dependent and health flex savings accounts (FSA). LASSD has its own law school loan repayment program and is an eligible nonprofit employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. LASSD is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by state or federal law. Hybrid Work Environment Legal Aid Society of San Diego (“LASSD”) has adopted a hybrid work environment in which most staff are required to work in the office part of the week and permitted to work remotely for the remainder of the week, provided their job duties allow. All employees are issued LASSD computers and provided with appropriate supplies to perform their work. LASSD has implemented and continues to explore additional technologies to make our hybrid working environment as efficient and connected as possible. All employees must be available to travel to LASSD offices and service locations throughout San Diego County as needed and in compliance with public health advisories. Applicants must reside in or near San Diego County or plan to relocate in or near the County prior to their start date and must be able to commute to the physical Legal Aid Society of San Diego office locations or service delivery locations within San Diego County. LASSD's normal business hours are 9am-5pm, but we are open to providing flexible work schedules to the extent feasible for the position. LASSD reserves the right to change these policies at any time.

Public Counsel is a nonprofit public interest law firm dedicated to advancing civil rights and racial and economic justice, as well as to amplifying the power of our clients through comprehensive legal advocacy. Founded on and strengthened by a pro bono legal service model, our staff and volunteers seek justice through direct legal services, promote healthy and resilient communities through education and outreach, and support community-led efforts to transform unjust systems through litigation and policy advocacy in and beyond Los Angeles. Public Counsel operates seven legal projects: Child, Youth & Family Advocacy, Community Development, Consumer Rights & Economic Justice, Homelessness Prevention, Immigrants' Rights, Gender Justice, and our impact litigation project, Opportunity Under Law. Public Counsel has a full-time staff of approximately 160. We are committed to building a diverse staff and encourage applications from people of color, people with disabilities, and people of all gender identities, gender expressions, and sexualities. We recognize the essential role of staff in achieving our goals, and we have set a long-term intention to provide competitive compensation, benefits, training, mentorship, and overall workplace wellness, making Public Counsel a leader among nonprofit law firms. ABOUT HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION LAW PROJECT Public Counsel's Homelessness Prevention Law Project (HPLP) serves individuals who are at high risk of becoming homeless or are currently unhoused. HPLP's Stay Housed LA program provides eviction defense to low-income tenants in LA City and County, and is a partnership with nine other legal services organizations and over twenty community-based organizations. In addition to our homelessness prevention and anti-displacement efforts, our recent work includes: Working with community-based organizations to provide Know Your Rights presentations and workshops to tenants on new and constantly changing housing laws Teaming up with other non-profit legal services providers, tenant organizers and community-based organizations throughout Los Angeles County to push forward the implementation of a Right to Counsel for all tenants in eviction proceedings JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the Supervising Attorney, the Staff Attorney will be part of a team under Public Counsel's Stay Housed LA program. The Staff Attorney will provide eviction defense, pro per document preparation, and tenant counseling services, under the supervision of the Supervising Attorney. This is a full-time position that will involve court appearances, drafting and filing pleadings, meeting with clients and community partners, and presenting at workshops and trainings for tenants. The position has the following responsibilities: Carry a personal caseload litigating unlawful detainer (eviction) cases which includes: client interviews; drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs, and correspondence; negotiating with outside parties; representing clients in court and conducting jury trials, all under the supervision of a licensed attorney Provide legal counsel and advice and limited-scope representation to low-income individuals regarding evictions and related housing matters Act as a resource regarding unlawful detainer cases and other housing issues for other Public Counsel staff and partner agencies Some work with a large network of pro bono attorneys to handle unlawful detainer cases and other housing matters Participate in community outreach, including preparing and presenting trainings and doing special projects as assigned Assist with grant reporting, billing, and outcome tracking for housing work; and Perform other duties as assigned Requirements ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES Juris Doctor degree and a member in good standing of the California Bar is preferred, but we will consider attorneys licensed in other state(s) willing to sit for the next California Bar Willingness and ability to conduct jury trials, with appropriate supervision and training Strong written and oral communication skills Excellent negotiation and organizational skills Ability to spot legal issues and comfort with providing real-time counsel & advice; Desire to learn as well as share knowledge with other team members Comfort with practicing trauma-informed legal advocacy: empathy, responsive listening, restraint from judgment, and demonstration of authentic care and concern Ability to work with and have sensitivity to individuals in crisis and at-risk of homelessness Commitments to race equity and community-centered work, and willingness to incorporate race equity principles and community-centered approaches in practice Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Ability to commute throughout Los Angeles County Strong interpersonal skills Detail oriented Ability to work well as part of a team, but also work independently with minimal to moderate supervision PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES 1-5 years of litigation experience preferred Eviction defense experience preferred Familiarity with housing laws Experience with data collection and creating reports Ability to read, write and speak fluently in Spanish is strongly preferred JOB TYPE AND BENEFITS Full-time/exempt Salary range for an attorney with 0-11 years of experience is $75,500-$102,900, depending upon years of experience Bargaining Probationary period: 9 Months Fixed-duration position funded until January 31, 2026. Continued employment past this date is contingent on additional funding for the position. We expect that in February 1, 2026 the funder will extend the funding for this position through June 30, 2026, and likely to continue to do so annually for the foreseeable future. However, continued funding cannot be guaranteed Public Counsel offers a competitive benefits package including: Medical coverage with an option for 100% employer-paid employee and dependent child(ren)'s premiums; buy-up options are available for other HMO and PPO coverage Dental and vision coverage Option to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account Employer-paid life insurance and disability plans Generous paid time off (per year): 15 accrued vacation days that increase to 20 days after 3 years of employment 12 accrued sick days that may be used for physical and mental health needs 2 personal observance days 11 paid holidays plus 2 one-week office closures (during the summer and winter) Up to 60 hours of compensatory time per calendar year (for exempt staff only) Additional benefits: 403(b) retirement plan with an elective employee contribution, and after a year of employment a discretionary employer contribution Free on-site parking or public transportation reimbursement $45 per pay period for employees who use non-English language skills to perform work duties Up to 6 months of parental leave Organizational and team wellness activities to build team cohesion and camaraderie Professional development support and opportunities Annual payment of dues for required licenses or certifications (state bar dues for attorneys) and for a mutually agreed-upon professional organization Centrally located headquarters in the heart of Koreatown, a vibrant neighborhood with easy access to public transportation, diverse dining options, and cultural attractions HOW TO APPLY We value lived experiences and experiences working with clients across a range of settings. Please consider discussing such experiences in your cover letter, especially if they are not reflected in your resume. PUBLIC COUNSEL VACCINATION POLICY AND COVID-19 PROTOCOLS Public Counsel requires vaccination against COVID-19 for all employees, including new hires. Pursuant to federal and state laws, Public Counsel will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. Public Counsel is generally office-based, but remote work was launched during the pandemic. All employees with Public Counsel are now required to work in the office at least one day per week, at the discretion of the head of department. Some positions require additional in-office days. This policy is subject to redesign by leadership. Public Counsel will work in a manner consistent with public health and local and state emergency orders. PUBLIC COUNSEL EEO POLICY Public Counsel is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or prospective employees on the basis of union membership or activity, race, religious creed, religious observance, ethnicity, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or predisposition, military service, military and veteran status, pregnancy, child birth and related medical conditions, marital and family status, national origin, ancestry, age, medical conditions as defined by state or federal law, or disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. All qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Our leadership team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities discipline, discharge and general treatment during employment.

Job Description Attorney Homeless Prevention SALARY: $68,000 to $81,091/ DOE with excellent benefits AVAILABILITY: Immediately is filled. Are you interested in joining an organization dedicated to increasing access to justice while addressing systemic inequities among the most vulnerable members of the greater Los Angeles area? If yes, LAFLA is the place for you! The Organization: LAFLA is a nonprofit law firm that protects and advances the rights of the most underserved-leveling the playing field and ensuring that everyone can have access to the justice system. With more than 90 years of service, LAFLA is the first and most experienced legal aid organization in greater Los Angeles. LAFLA has more than 170 employees, including more than 80 attorneys, who provide free services and resources on a broad range of civil legal issues that impact health, safety, and self-sufficiency. Every year, LAFLA helps more than 100,000 people find their voice, regain control of their lives, and build a brighter future. Our unique combination of neighborhood offices, self-help centers at courthouses, and domestic violence clinics put LAFLA on the frontlines in communities at the forefront of change. LAFLA also engages in impact litigation to help enact long-term systemic change-actively collaborating with a network of public and private partners to expand access to justice, identify needs in the communities we serve, and change laws and policies that adversely affect the underserved. For more information, please visit ************* The Workgroup: The Preventing and Ending Homelessness Program (also called Measure H team) provides legal services to households facing homelessness and/or imminent eviction, as well as homeless individuals and families, in the South Bay/Harbor area and southeast Los Angeles County. LAFLA is currently accepting applications for the position of Attorney. NOTE - This position is part of a special program created using designated funds. There is no assurance of ongoing funding or employment beyond June 30, 2022. QUALIFICATIONS: Active membership in the California State Bar; Prefer experience working in diverse poverty law issues; Some knowledge of landlord-tenant law, government benefits, or criminal expungement is preferred; Ability to work effectively with a large caseload; Demonstrated commitment to serving the needs of low-income and homeless individuals; Ability to work effectively as part of a team including other attorneys, support staff, volunteers, and students; Ability to work effectively with staff members from community based organizations, government agencies, and homeless service providers; Excellent writing and public speaking skills; and Willingness to work beyond a minimum 7.0-hour workday, including evening and weekend meetings and events, and workweeks in excess of 35 hours when caseload or other obligations so necessitate. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Interview and counsel clients on various legal issues; Work collaboratively with case managers to provide holistic services; Represent tenants facing eviction in court; Assist clients with government benefits applications and appeals; Able to visit clients at various locations; Participate in clinics and other community outreach projects; Work on policy issues relating to homelessness and holistic services; Assist clients with expungement of criminal records, debt relief and restoration of license to remove clients' legal barriers to housing and benefits; and Other duties as assigned. BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION - LAFLA offers a diverse environment with competitive compensation based on comparable public interest salaries. We also offer a generous benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents, life insurance, long-term disability, long-term care insurance, and 403(b) retirement plan. Employees may also qualify for bilingual supplements, law student loan reimbursements, and a cell phone stipend. Please visit ************************************** for our salary scale for union, non-management staff. HOW TO APPLY - Please submit a cover letter and resume online to jobs @lafla.org. Include “Attorney-Homeless Prevention” in the subject line. PROBATIONARY PERIOD - A one-year probationary period will be required. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination because of race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, age, religion, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, marital or registered domestic partners status, or any other legally protected status.

Public Counsel is a nonprofit public interest law firm dedicated to advancing civil rights and racial and economic justice, as well as to amplifying the power of our clients through comprehensive legal advocacy. Founded on and strengthened by a pro bono legal service model, our staff and volunteers seek justice through direct legal services, promote healthy and resilient communities through education and outreach, and support community-led efforts to transform unjust systems through litigation and policy advocacy in and beyond Los Angeles. Public Counsel operates seven legal projects: Child, Youth & Family Advocacy, Community Development, Consumer Rights & Economic Justice, Homelessness Prevention, Immigrants' Rights, Gender Justice, and our impact litigation project, Opportunity Under Law. Public Counsel has a full-time staff of approximately 160. We are committed to building a diverse staff and encourage applications from people of color, people with disabilities, and people of all gender identities, gender expressions, and sexualities. We recognize the essential role of staff in achieving our goals, and we have set a long-term intention to provide competitive compensation, benefits, training, mentorship, and overall workplace wellness, making Public Counsel a leader among nonprofit law firms. ABOUT CHILD, YOUTH & FAMILY ADVOCACY PROJECT/GUARDIANSHIP TEAM Public Counsel's Child, Youth & Family Advocacy Project (CYFA) serves children, youth, and their families on a variety of legal issues, including access to education, probate legal guardianship, public benefits, and adoption, and issues affecting transition age youth and children and youth living with developmental disabilities. The Guardianship team is part of the larger CYFA Project. The Guardianship team operates a free self-help legal clinic at the Stanley Mosk courthouse three days each week, helping litigants to establish, object to, modify, and terminate probate legal guardianships. All litigants are assisted in pro per with a wide variety of pleadings related to guardianship matters. JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the Guardianship team's Senior Supervising Attorney, Staff Attorney will: Assist litigants with guardianship and related petitions at the in-person clinic Recruit, supervise, and manage volunteers Conduct legal research related to guardianship issues Develop informational materials for caregivers seeking guardianships and parents seeking to end guardianships Engage in community education presentations Engage in local and statewide policy advocacy related to guardianship, as time allows Other duties as necessary Requirements ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES Juris Doctor degree and a member in good standing of the California Bar preferred, though we will accept applications from individuals awaiting bar results 0-4 years of experience in legal advocacy Spanish language fluency (required) Excellent oral and written communication skills, including communicating in an empathetic and professional manner with clients or litigants Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within diverse coalitions Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with teams Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, effectively prioritize workloads, and accurately complete work in a timely fashion Ability and willingness to staff the in-person clinic located in the Stanley Mosk courthouse in downtown Los Angeles at least three days per week, with remote work on the remaining weekdays Commitment to gender/racial/social justice and the mission of Public Counsel JOB TYPE AND BENEFITS Full-time/exempt Salary range for an attorney with 0 to 4 years of experience is $77,000-$82,100, depending upon years of experience . Bargaining Probationary period: 9 Months Fixed-duration position funded until December 31, 2026. This position is created with designated funds through December 31, 2026. Continued employment past this date is contingent on additional funding for the position. Public Counsel offers a competitive benefits package including: Medical coverage with an option for 100% employer-paid employee and dependent child(ren)'s premiums; buy-up options are available for other HMO and PPO coverage Dental and vision coverage Option to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account Employer-paid life insurance and disability plans Generous paid time off (per year): 15 accrued vacation days that increase to 20 days after 3 years of employment 12 accrued sick days that may be used for physical and mental health needs 2 personal observance days 11 paid holidays plus 2 one-week office closures (during the summer and winter) Up to 60 hours of compensatory time per calendar year (for exempt staff only) Additional benefits: 403(b) retirement plan with an elective employee contribution, and after a year of employment, a discretionary employer contribution Free on-site parking or public transportation reimbursement $45 per pay period for employees who use non-English language skills to perform work duties Up to 6 months of parental leave Organizational and team wellness activities to build team cohesion and camaraderie Professional development support and opportunities Annual payment of dues for required licenses or certifications (state bar dues for attorneys) and for a mutually agreed-upon professional organization Centrally located headquarters in the heart of Koreatown, a vibrant neighborhood with easy access to public transportation, diverse dining options, and cultural attractions HOW TO APPLY We value lived experiences and experiences working with clients across a range of settings. Please consider discussing such experiences in your cover letter, especially if they are not reflected in your resume. PUBLIC COUNSEL VACCINATION POLICY AND COVID-19 PROTOCOLS Public Counsel requires vaccination against COVID-19 for all employees, including new hires. Pursuant to federal and state laws, Public Counsel will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. Public Counsel is generally office-based, but remote work has been permitted during the pandemic. All employees with Public Counsel are required to work in the office at least one day per week, at the discretion of the head of department. Some positions require additional in-office days. This policy is subject to redesign by leadership. Public Counsel will work in a manner consistent with public health and local and state emergency orders. PUBLIC COUNSEL EEO POLICY Public Counsel is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or prospective employees on the basis of union membership or activity, race, religious creed, religious observance, ethnicity, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or predisposition, military service, military and veteran status, pregnancy, child birth and related medical conditions, marital and family status, national origin, ancestry, age, medical conditions as defined by state or federal law, or disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. All qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Our leadership team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities discipline, discharge and general treatment during employment.