Staff Attorney- Pomona Self-Help
Change Lives and Transform Communities – Join Our Self-Help Team!
Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County (NLSLA) provides free assistance to over 175,000 individuals and families each year through innovative projects that expand access to justice. We see the law as a powerful tool for social change, and we’re looking for passionate individuals to help us fight for justice.
We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we believe that a strong community is built through inclusivity. NLSLA is proud to foster an environment that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and abilities, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
About the Role
NLSLA seeks an attorney to work in the Self-Help Center at the Pomona Courthouse. The attorney will work with court and NLSLA staff and volunteers. The staff attorney will help self-represented individuals seeking assistance on civil court matters, primarily focusing on family law issues. The staff attorney will provide educational materials and information to guide self-represented individuals through the legal system. Responsibilities will include designing and conducting presentations, keeping records to measure outcomes, and grant reporting. In addition to direct litigant work, this position involves the training and supervision of volunteers. The staff attorney will also assist with preparation or review of pro per housing, family law, or other civil matter court forms and providing legal education and appropriate referrals.
In this role, you would report to the Supervising Attorney. This position is exempt.
What You’ll Do
- Provide information, resources, and assistance to self-represented individuals in person and remotely.
- Train and oversee the work of volunteers and staff
- Work with court staff in the daily operation of the Pomona Self-Help Center.
- Performs other duties as assigned reasonably related to the position and generally within the same level and classification as core responsibilities.
- This position is designated as hybrid. Employees are?required?to work on-site a minimum of two (2) days per week, with the remaining time eligible for remote work as business needs allow. Specific in-office days may be set by the department or manager to support team collaboration and organizational priorities. Any out-of-state work is prohibited unless prior approval is obtained from HR.
- Travel to NLSLA program offices, courthouses, and other locations throughout Los Angeles County may be required.