Housing Law Attorney Position (partially-remote)

Gulfcoast Legal Services, a nonprofit civil legal aid provider, is seeking a full-time staff attorney to join our team. We are looking to fill one position in the Housing Law unit at our St. Petersburg location. Work from home opportunities are available after completion of a 90-day probationary period.

The staff attorney position involves a high degree of professionalism, advocacy, compassion, independence, and personal initiative. The successful candidate will provide a full range of high-quality legal services to individual clients and to client groups, including representation and administrative proceedings. The staff attorney will report to an experienced managing attorney.

Demonstrated Abilities

• Ability to work on various community projects with different partnering agencies.
• Ability to work independently and with attention to detail on all case matters.
• Ability to deal professionally, courteously, and efficiently with people and clients in crisis.
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality and work independently providing representation to clients in civil law matters.

Education/Experience Requirements

• A commitment to the provision of high-quality legal services.
• Juris Doctorate degree from ABA-accredited law school.
• Florida Bar membership and eligibility to practice law in the State of Florida.
• Prior experience as an attorney is a plus, with a preference for prior housing law experience. Law school clinical experience and/or internship will be considered.
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

GLS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a racially, culturally, and gender-diverse workplace. We offer flexible schedules, generous paid time off, a competitive benefits package, and opportunities for loan repayment assistance through the Florida Bar. Salary starts at $50,000/year, depending on experience. GLS requires all employees to maintain full vaccination against COVID-19 unless an accommodation is legally required. GLS is a non-profit agency and relies on grants to sustain its programs. Employment is contingent upon continued funding.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Saint Petersburg, FL 33701: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Florida Bar (Required)

Work Location: One location