Summary: The Disaster Legal Services Supervisor position at LAFLA is an exciting opportunity for an attorney with a passion for increasing access to justice and addressing systemic inequities in the Greater Los Angeles area. The organization offers a competitive salary of $100,000k – $115,000k annually DOE, as well as excellent benefits. The position is currently accepting applications and will remain open until filled. Organization: - LAFLA is a nonprofit law firm dedicated to increasing access to justice and addressing systemic inequities in the Greater Los Angeles area. - The organization has over 200 employees, including more than 100 attorneys, and provides free services and resources on a broad range of civil legal issues. - LAFLA celebrates 95 years of service to Los Angeles communities and is the first and most experienced legal aid organization in the area. - The organization engages in impact litigation and collaborates with public and private partners to expand access to justice and enact long-term systemic change. Position: - The Disaster Legal Services Supervisor will be part of the Disaster Legal Services project under the supervision of the LAFLA Pro Bono Team. - The position will oversee a Disaster legal fellow and possibly other staff and coordinate and collaborate on disaster clinics, cases, and projects. - The successful candidate will have an active membership in the California State Bar and a minimum of four to six years of experience in the practice of law. - Prior experience in housing law and disaster-related work is preferred. - The position requires a willingness to assume responsibility quickly, prior experience in a legal services program, and the ability to handle direct service and impact cases. - Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively with diverse staff and partners, are essential for this role. Responsibilities: - Supervise attorneys and other staff under the direction of the Managing Attorney. - Work closely with LAFLA staff and pro bono partners on clinics, cases, and projects. - Provide disaster legal services related to housing and public assistance. - Attend various pro bono and disaster-related clinics, meetings, and events. - Work on policy issues related to recent disasters with partners and other collaborators. - Litigate cases in various courthouses in Los Angeles County and represent clients at administrative hearings and writs. - Other duties as assigned to support the Pro Bono Team. Qualifications: - Active membership in the California State Bar. - Minimum four to six years of experience in the practice of law, with prior experience in housing law and disaster-related work preferred. - Ability to meet deadlines and perform multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail. - Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with the proven ability to relate to diverse individuals with respect and humility on a consistent basis. - Ability to work effectively with diverse staff and partners, including court and judicial staff, volunteers, and community-based organizations. - Willingness to work beyond a minimum workday, including evening and weekend meetings and events, and workweeks in excess of 35 hours when obligations so necessitate. Benefits and Compensation: - LAFLA offers a diverse environment with competitive compensation based on comparable public interest salaries. - A generous benefits package is available for full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents, life insurance, and long-term disability and care insurance. - Eligible employees may also qualify for bilingual supplements, law student loan reimbursements, and a cell phone stipend. - Depending on job classifications, some LAFLA staff are working on a manager approved hybrid work schedule, with the ability to work remotely up to half the week, if preferred, after the probationary period. - The successful candidate must be local and willing to work from the assigned LAFLA office. How to Apply: - Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume online to . - Please include “Supervising Attorney – Disaster Legal Services” in the subject line. - A one-year probationary period will be required for the selected candidate. Equal Opportunity Employer: - LAFLA is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. - The organization is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on 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. - If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process or expect to require an accommodation if hired, please contact .