Staff Attorney – Housing Defense
$78,795–$122,912 year
On-siteDetroit, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Conduct vigorous advocacy for clients facing housing insecurity in Detroit through frequent court appearances, litigation, and oral arguments. Perform client intakes, file motions and briefs, and advocate for access to benefits and subsidies to resolve Housing Court proceedings. Coordinate work with social workers and administrators while conducting legal research and writing pleadings. Engage in bi-weekly community outreach and maintain daily reporting of case notes and work logs. Scan and organize court documents, identify community resources, and collaborate with cross-practice colleagues to achieve comprehensive legal outcomes.
Required Qualifications
- A demonstrated commitment to indigent defense, racial equity, housing and social justice issues, involving the City of Detroit.
- Admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan.
- Experience with landlord/tenant, subsidized housing, and foreclosures.
- Knowledge regarding rapidly changing executive orders and agency policies, particularly eviction moratoriums and eviction diversion programs, both state and federal.
- A track record of strategically guiding casework, projects and/or relationships; applying good and practiced judgment; and routinely pushing through roadblocks to achieve your goals.
- An ability to quickly build relationships across varying identities, income levels, races and ethnicities.
- A high level of organizational, time management, and administrative skills.
- Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to empathize and show compassion for clients in crisis.
- Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Word and OneDrive.
Desired Qualifications
- Bilingual (Spanish or Arabic) individuals are encouraged to apply.
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