LitigationAssociate Supervising Attorney

LitigationAssociate Supervising Attorney

LitigationAssociate Supervising Attorney

Stay Housed LA Program

Change Lives and Transform Communities - Join Our Eviction Defense 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 strongmunity is built through inclusivity. NLSLA is proud to foster an environment that wees individuals from all backgrounds and abilities, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

About the Role

Stay Housed L.A is acollaborative initiativebetween Los Angeles County, the City of Los Angeles and localmunity-basedanizationsand legal service providers.The partnership aimsto implementa county-wideRight toCounsel program, ensuring that tenantsacrossLos Angeles Countyhave access tolegal information,resources and, whenappropriate (eligible), legalrepresentation in court eviction proceedings.

TheLitigationAssociate Supervising Attorneyplays a key leadership role on NLSLA's eviction defense team, overseeing and developingattorneys and legal fellows. The ideal candidate will be an experienced litigator with a strongmitment to anti-poverty work,capable of leadinglegaladvocacy in a high volume and fast-paced environment.

In this role, you would report to the Supervising Attorney. This position is exempt.

What You'll Do

Supervise, train, and mentor attorneys andlegal fellows.

Support,guide,andevaluateprofessional development of staff.

Oversee case management, review substantive casework,apanynew advocates to courthearings,and back up advocates and volunteers at our weekly housing clinics.

Provide direct representation to tenants in unlawful detainer matters, as needed to support program operations.

Serve as a member of the NLSLA Leadership Team.

This position is designated as hybrid. Employees arerequiredto 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 your supervisor to support team collaboration andanizational priorities.

Travel to NLSLA program offices, courthouses, and other locations throughout Los Angeles County will be required.

What You'll Need

A JD from an accredited law school and active California State Bar license.

A minimum of three (3) years of litigation experience, from intake through trial. Jury trial experience preferred.

Prior experience with unlawful detainer litigation and housing law preferred.

Stronganizational skills and the ability to proactively managepeting priorities and deadlines.

Passion for NLSLA mission and demonstratedmitment to advocating for the legal rights of low-ie individuals.

Passion, empathy, andpassion for supporting people from different lived experiences.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, businessmunication platforms, and web-based case management platforms.

Bonus Points

Havepreviousexperience working in a legal aid or public interest law firm.

Are bilingual in Spanish, due to the high number of Spanish-speaking residents in themunity, or in any of the other Los Angeles threshold languages, which is highly valued in ourmunity outreach efforts.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

At NLSLA, we believe in supporting our staff as they grow in their careers and live balanced lives. We offer:

Competitive Salary: $103,000-$117,000, based on experience.

Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, 2 to 5 weeks of vacation depending on seniority, and 12 days of sick leave. Exempt employees are eligible forpensatory time in accordance withpany policy.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with a variety of plan options.

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance.

403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and options for voluntary contributions.

Monthly bilingual supplement for qualified employees.

Loan Repayment Assistance Program, which provides law school student loan repayment assistance for eligible individuals.

A Culture of Inclusion: We aremitted to fostering a respectful, inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive.

Perks: Technology reimbursement to help you stay connected and equipped to do your best work.

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Department:

Litigation/Advocacy

Submission Deadline:

7/31/26