Staff Attorney - Centralized Intake Unit - Houston, TX
Company: Lone Star Legal Aid
Location: Houston
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Lone Star Legal Aid (LSLA) seeks
one Staff Attorney - Centralized Intake Unit (JP HOU 020-2024) for
its Houston Branch Office and all LSLA Service Areas. LSLA is a 501
(c) (3) non-profit law firm and its mission is to protect and
advance the civil rights of low-income Texans by providing
advocacy, legal representation, and community education that ensure
equal access to justice. Summary of Responsibilities Staff Attorney
must also be able to interview clients and witnesses, as well as
handle other details in preparation for client legal
representation. LSLA Staff Attorney represents clients in court and
before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies of government. The
applicant interprets laws, rulings, and regulations for clients and
the client community. The applicant is involved with outreach,
community education, and works with the community to further the
mission of LSLA. The successful applicant may supervise and
coordinate activities of subordinate legal, clerical, volunteer, or
student workers. The applicant will be expected to handle a
caseload, major litigation, attend evening legal clinics, and
participate in community education. Bilingual (Spanish & English)
speaking/writing skills preferred. Requirements Minimum Education
and Experience •Graduate of an accredited Law School •Licensed to
practice in Texas or qualify for reciprocity •Prior legal services
or public interest experience preferred Minimum Skills and
Abilities •Strong legal writing and oral communication skills
•Demonstrated client service orientation •Skilled in interviewing,
assessment, problem solving and negotiation •Strong ability to work
under pressure and make decisions quickly •Demonstrated ability to
aggressively pursue the rights of the client community •Energetic,
motivated and self starter Location: CIU; Houston Branch Office and
all LSLA Service Areas.The successful applicant must have reliable
transportation to travel throughout all Texas counties served by
this office. Benefits Medical Benefits Paid Leave Lone Star Legal
Aid is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or veteran
status.
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