Staff Attorney - Bryan, TX

Posted 21 Days Ago
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Bryan, TX, USA
In-Office
78K-130K Annually
Entry level
Legal Tech • Professional Services • Social Impact
The Role
Provide direct civil legal representation to low-income clients: gather evidence, file and litigate civil cases, draft legal documents, advise clients, interview witnesses, supervise support staff, conduct outreach and community education, attend evening clinics, and manage a litigation caseload. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
Summary Generated by Built In

Lone Star Legal Aid (LSLA) seeks a Staff Attorney - Bryan, TX (JP# BRY 040-2026) for its Bryan Branch Office.

LSLA is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit law firm and its mission is to protect and advance the civil rights of low-income Texans by providing advocacy, legal representation, and community education that ensure equal access to justice.

Salary Range: $78,000 – $130-000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Summary of Responsibilities

Staff Attorney must be able to gather evidence, conduct civil lawsuits, draft legal documents, and advise clients about their legal rights. Staff Attorney must also be able to interview clients and witnesses, as well as handle other details in preparation for client legal representation. LSLA Staff Attorney represents clients in court and before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies of government. The applicant interprets laws, rulings, and regulations for clients and the client community. The applicant is involved with outreach, community education, and works with the community to further the mission of LSLA. The successful applicant may supervise and coordinate activities of subordinate legal, clerical, volunteer, or student workers. The applicant will be expected to handle a case load, major litigation, attend evening legal clinics, and participate in community education. Bilingual (Spanish & English) speaking/writing skills preferred.


Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience

•  Graduate of an accredited Law School

•  Licensed to practice in Texas or qualify for reciprocity

•  Prior legal services or public interest experience preferred


Minimum Skills and Abilities

•  Strong legal writing and oral communication skills

•  Demonstrated client service orientation

•  Skilled in interviewing, assessment, problem solving and negotiation

•  Strong ability to work under pressure and make decisions quickly

•  Demonstrated ability to aggressively pursue the rights of the client community

•  Energetic, motivated and self-started

Location: Bryan Branch Office. The successful applicant must have reliable transportation to travel throughout all Texas counties served by this office.


Benefits

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision — 100% Employer-Paid Options Available

Generous Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan with 6% Employer Contribution

Continuing Education (CLE) & Professional Development

Professional Development

Loan Repayment Assistance (Attorneys & Law Graduates Only)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paternal & Family Leave

Lone Star Legal Aid is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or veteran status.

Skills Required

  • Graduate of an accredited Law School
  • Licensed to practice in Texas or qualify for reciprocity
  • Prior legal services or public interest experience
  • Strong legal writing and oral communication skills
  • Demonstrated client service orientation
  • Skilled in interviewing, assessment, problem solving and negotiation
  • Ability to work under pressure and make decisions quickly
  • Demonstrated ability to aggressively pursue the rights of the client community
  • Energetic, motivated and self-started
  • Reliable transportation to travel throughout all Texas counties served
  • Bilingual Spanish and English speaking/writing skills
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The Company
HQ: Houston, TX

What We Do

Lone Star Legal Aid is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit law firm dedicated to protecting and advancing the civil legal rights of low-income Texans through advocacy, legal representation, and community education.

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