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Legal Aid of Nebraska

Housing Justice Project Attorney

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  • Full Time
  • Omaha, NE
November 21, 2024 Attorney Real Estate Law

Job Description

Full-time
Description

Legal Aid of Nebraska is a private, non-profit law firm that strives to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of clients, employees, partners, and local communities every single day. Legal Aid is committed to ensuring equal justice for the most vulnerable individuals in Nebraska by providing free and outstanding legal assistance, and by educating people on their legal rights, options, legal procedures and processes, and most importantly, by empowering them to make a real difference in their own lives.


We are seeking a passionate and committed Housing Justice Project Attorney to join our team. As a Housing Justice Project Attorney, you will be responsible for providing effective and efficient representation of clients on housing issues. This work may include legal issues in the following areas: landlord/tenant; access to housing; longer-term housing recovery issues associated with affordability, ownership, and resiliency; housing benefits; and community and housing redevelopment options.


Primary Responsibilities

  • Evaluates potential cases to determine acceptance and extent of representation.
  • Represent clients in all aspects of their cases including, but not limited to preparation of pleadings, research, discovery, negotiations, settlement, litigation, and appeal
  • Provide legal advice and counseling to clients, helping them understand their rights and options.
  • Participate in community outreach and education initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Licensed to practice law in the State of Nebraska and member in good standing with Nebraska Bar Association.
  • Fluency in a second language is preferred.
  • Relevant experience in poverty law, with a legal aid program, or serving the client community in a way related to legal services is highly desirable.

What we offer

  • 15 paid holidays
  • AD&D insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Long-term disability
  • Paid FMLA
  • Reimbursement for gym or health club membership
  • Retirement plan
  • Sick leave
  • Vacation
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness benefit

Legal Aid of Nebraska is an equal opportunity employer.



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