Staff Attorney
Georgia Legal Services Program · Brunswick, Georgia, US
Description Georgia Legal Services Program is a leader in creating equal access to justice and opportunities out of poverty for low-income Georgians. We figh...
Job description
Description Georgia Legal Services Program is a leader in creating equal access to justice and opportunities out of poverty for low-income Georgians. We fight for justice where it is most needed. Georgia Legal Services seeks a staff attorney to work in its Brunswick, GA office. PRIMARY DUTIES: - Litigate cases in administrative, state and federal forums. - Draft briefs, motions and memoranda. - Circuit riding to assigned counties. - Conduct community legal education sessions and engage in outreach activities. - Participate on action teams that explore and solve systemic issues affecting clients. Requirements: - Graduate of an accredited law school and current member of Georgia Bar with experience working with persons with low incomes and a commitment to social justice. - Willingness and ability to work as part of a team in a professional and collaborative manner. - Computer literacy, which includes familiarity using email, Excel, Word, SharePoint, LegalServer, and other computer programs. - Must have reliable transportation and a valid Georgia driver's license. - Ability to speak Spanish is highly valued. - Demonstrated interest or experience working with low-income clients on pove...