What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mobile Legal Clinic Staff Attorney position at National Legal Aid & Defender Association?
Position Description
The Mobile Legal Clinic (MLC) Staff Attorney will provide legal assistance through intake, advice, and outreach services in rural and underserved areas. The MLC is housed at LARC, Land of Lincoln’s centralized intake system responsible for conducting eligibility determination for applicants, providing legal advice to clients and making referrals to our regional offices. Working closely with the MLC Manager and Paralegals, this role requires extensive travel and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal support in a mobile environment.
Land of Lincoln Legal Aid provides free civil legal services to low-income individuals in 65 counties in Illinois. We are committed to working for justice with those whose voices might otherwise not be heard; to empower individuals to advocate for themselves; and to make positive changes in the communities we serve. Our attorneys provide holistic legal advocacy in partnership with community organizations, social service agencies, and faith- based groups.
Key Responsibilities
The Mobile Legal Clinic (MLC) Staff Attorney will provide legal assistance through intake, advice, and outreach services in rural and underserved areas. The MLC is housed at LARC, Land of Lincoln’s centralized intake system responsible for conducting eligibility determination for applicants, providing legal advice to clients and making referrals to our regional offices. Working closely with the MLC Manager and Paralegals, this role requires extensive travel and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal support in a mobile environment.
Land of Lincoln Legal Aid provides free civil legal services to low-income individuals in 65 counties in Illinois. We are committed to working for justice with those whose voices might otherwise not be heard; to empower individuals to advocate for themselves; and to make positive changes in the communities we serve. Our attorneys provide holistic legal advocacy in partnership with community organizations, social service agencies, and faith- based groups.
Key Responsibilities
- Client intake and legal advice: Conduct client intake interviews, assess eligibility, and provide legal advice and brief services via telephone and in person at MLC locations.
- Outreach and community engagement: Participate in outreach events, partner with local organizations, and promote MLC services.
- Mobile service delivery: Travel extensively to provide legal services in rural and underserved areas, maintaining a consistent presence in the field.
- Collaboration with MLC team: Work closely with the MLC Manager and Paralegals to ensure effective service delivery and client support.
- Case management: Use LOLLA’s case management system to document case details, maintain client files, and ensure compliance with all policies and regulations.
- Drive and maintain MLC vans: Be trained to drive the vans and assist with their maintenance.
- Administrative duties: Perform office work as needed, including intake duties at LARC.
- Compliance: Adhere to LOLLA policies, professional standards, and funder requirements.
- Other duties as required or assigned.