What are the responsibilities and job description for the Richmond Rent Program Tenant and Landlord Staff Attorney position at Project Sentinel?
Overview
Join our dedicated legal team at Project Sentinel to deploy your tenant-landlord legal expertise with the City of Richmond Rent Program as the Tenant and Landlord Staff Attorney. You will play a vital role in providing limited scope representation and general counseling on rights and responsibilities to tenants and landlords under the Rent Just Cause Ordinance. regarding presenting issues under the Richmond Fair Rent, Just Cause for Eviction, and Homeowner Protection Ordinance, as well as the Relocation Ordinance outlined in the City of Richmond’s Municipal Code. The Staff Attorney will report to and work closely with the Executive Director to ensure compliance with the City of Richmond Rent Board contract. Knowledge of the City of Richmond Rent Program ordinances is a plus.
The staff attorney will provide substantive, procedural, and strategic advice and counseling as to the legal rights for CA residents, responsibilities, and options, available to either tenants or landlords under the City of Richmond Rent Program. This position is mostly fully remote, except for administrative hearing appearances, if calendared and if conducting the hearing online is not available.
This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to provide legal guidance, advocate for housing solutions, and support both tenants and landlords navigating complex rental issues under the City of Richmond ordinances. Your expertise will help foster healthier communities through effective legal advocacy, negotiation, and education.
Duties
- Provide legal counsel to tenants and landlords involved in rent stabilization, eviction proceedings, and housing disputes.
- Draft clear legal documents such as notices, pleadings, and settlement agreements that align with best practices in legal drafting.
- Negotiate on behalf of clients to resolve disputes amicably while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Educate tenants and landlords about their rights and responsibilities through general legal counseling and written materials.
- Maintain detailed case records in Project Sentinel's database, prepare monthly activity reports, and manage legal administrative tasks efficiently.
Requirements
- Must have an active license to practice law in California
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school with active bar membership and at least 3 years of demonstrated experience and background working in tenant landlord law and a desire to work with diverse populations in CA.
- Proven experience in landlord-tenant law; background experience in rent board petition processes a plus; familiarity with eviction processes is essential.
- Strong research skills
- Excellent writing skills for drafting legal documents and client communications.
- Experience with negotiation strategies to facilitate dispute resolution.
- Experience in mediation, a plus
- Prior legal administrative experience demonstrating organization and attention to detail.
This role offers a dynamic public service environment where your legal knowledge, skills, and compassionate client management can directly improve the lives of community members through dedicated advocacy and comprehensive legal support.
The Agency:
Since its founding in 1971, Project Sentinel, a non-profit civil rights agency, has been dedicated to advancing fairness and equality in housing for individuals of all backgrounds. With our headquarters based in Santa Clara and additional field offices strategically located in Fremont, Gilroy, Milpitas, Modesto, Redwood City, and Sacramento, we extend our services to nearly 6 million residents throughout Northern California. For further details about Project Sentinel, we invite you to explore our website at www.housing.org or visit our Facebook page.
Desired Language Skills: Bi-lingual in Spanish Preferred
Compensation:
Compensation is comparable to other non-profit agencies and is dependent upon experience. We offer opportunities for professional growth and development.
The hourly rate of compensation for the Staff Attorney for the City of Richmond Rent Program is $44.00 - $46.00/hour
Pay: $45,760.00 - $47,840.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Location:
- Richmond, CA 94805 (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Richmond, CA 94805
Salary : $45,760 - $47,840