Staff Attorney / Pro Bono Coordinator

at  FLORIDA RURAL LEGAL SERVICES Inc

Description:
Florida Rural Legal Services. Inc. (FRLS), the non-profit legal services program providing free
civil legal assistance to eligible low income and elderly persons approved by program policies
and priorities in areas such as housing; domestic violence related family and other family law
matters, public benefits, consumer law, elder law, education, immigration, and civil rights.
This position will work on Legal Services Corporation (LSC) funded cases and Pro Bono
management.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Staff Attorney / Pro Bono Coordinator is a full-time position reporting to the Managing
Attorney. The Staff Attorney / Pro Bono Coordinator is responsible for implementing the
strategic vision and day-to-day management of FRLS’ pro bono program throughout the 15th
Judicial Circuit. This includes fostering positive relationships with the private bar, law firms, law
schools, bar associations, state-wide access to justice commissions, community partners, and
national organizations. The Staff Attorney / Pro Bono Coordinator will maintain a caseload
approved by program priorities in areas such as housing, family law matters, public benefits,
consumer law, elder law, education, immigration, civil rights, and other areas as appropriate.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to travel. Must be able to work in a professional office environment 5 days per
week.
Must be able to lift 20 lbs.
Job Type: Full-time

QUALIFICATIONS:

Demonstrated commitment to advocacy on behalf of people in poverty. Excellent oral and
written communication skills.

Please refer the Job description for details