Staff Attorney

Bay Area Legal Services is a nonprofit law firm serving the Tampa Bay area for over 50 years. We assist low-income residents, veterans, seniors, children, domestic violence survivors, and many more.

Our Mission : Providing the highest quality legal counsel by :

• Assisting individuals and nonprofit groups with limited access to legal services
• Resolving the legal problems of our clients
• Preserving the independence, hope, and dignity of those we serve.

Position Title : Disaster Relief Staff Attorney (Full-Time)

Office Location : Ruskin, FL-Hybrid (3 days in office & 2 days remote)

Position Summary : This is professional position. This position will involve the delivery of targeted legal services, from brief services to extended, to families impacted by disasters in Hillsborough County, Florida. In addition to direct client legal services, this position will involve a component of community engagement through staffing outreach events and giving presentations to community audiences and partner organizations. This position will require collaboration with team members to ensure timely fulfillment of grant deliverables. Applicants should expect to travel for activities as necessary. Because disaster applicant influx may vary significantly, focus may at times shift to other job duties as the need arises.

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Compensation :

This position requires successful completion of a level II background screening based on the required duties and responsibilities.

How to Apply :

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.