LOCATION: Lafayette

SALARY: From $65,000 to $75,000 per year (Depending on experience)

NATURE OF WORK

• Conduct client interviews and assess legal issues, eligibility, and service needs.
• Provide legal counsel, advice, information, and brief services to clients in accordance with ALSC policies and the Rules of Professional Conduct.
• Draft counsel and advice letters, legal correspondence, self-help materials, and other written communications.
• Assist clients with pro se forms, procedural guidance, and referrals to appropriate resources or service providers.
• Identify legal issues requiring extended services and facilitate appropriate referrals within ALSC or to external organizations.
• Conduct legal research and analyze applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and timely case documentation and case management records.
• Participate in outreach, community education, and legal information presentations as assigned.
• Collaborate with intake staff, substantive law units, and community partners to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Comply with Legal Services Corporation regulations, grant requirements, ALSC policies, and ethical obligations.
• Participate in training activities as both a trainee and trainer to support professional development and required CLE compliance.
• Remain informed regarding legal developments, regulatory changes, and emerging issues affecting ALSC clients.
• Work closely with paralegals, intake specialists, and administrative staff under the guidance of the Unit Managing Attorney.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to analyze facts, identify legal issues, and provide practical legal advice.
• Proficiency in legal research methods and web-based legal resources.
• Strong interviewing, issue-spotting, and client counseling skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume workload while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients, staff, courts, public officials, and community partners.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office applications, and electronic case management systems.
• Knowledge of Legal Services Corporation regulations, Case Service Report (CSR) requirements, ALSC policies, and related compliance obligations.
• Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income and vulnerable populations.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) or LL.M. degree from an accredited law school.
• Current license to practice law and membership in good standing with the Louisiana State Bar Association.
• Experience providing legal advice, client counseling, or legal aid services is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with supervisors and colleagues.
• Professional demeanor, sound judgment, and a strong commitment to public service.

• Bilingual Incentive: Additional $2,000 annually for proficiency in both spoken and written Spanish to support ALSC’s Spanish-speaking clients.
• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Comprehensive benefits package including employer-paid health, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• Generous employer contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan.
• Professional development opportunities, continuing legal education, and bar dues paid by ALSC.
• Liberal leave policies including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Eligibility for participation in the Louisiana Bar Foundation Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP), which may provide up to $5,000 annually toward qualifying educational loans.
• Potential eligibility for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.