Safe and Stable Homes Staff Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia at Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation Inc
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Job Description
Job Title
Safe and Stable Homes Staff Attorney
Reports To
Sr. Director Programs & Advocacy
Department
Safe and Stable Homes Project
Supervision
None
Work Location
Hybrid
FLSA: Exempt
**This position is grant funded and subject to annual review.**
Position Summary
AVLF is seeking a Staff Attorney to support AVLF’s involvement in the Atlanta Rising Legal Services Pilot, a three-year homelessness prevention initiative funded in partnership with Partners for HOME and the Atlanta Continuum of Care. The initiative focuses on preventing displacement and promoting long-term housing stability for households at imminent risk of homelessness through legal advocacy, community engagement, supportive services, and strategic partnerships.
The Staff Attorney will maintain a caseload of housing-related matters while also supporting and coordinating with pro-bono volunteer attorneys. In addition to direct representation, this role may engage in community lawyering efforts within targeted neighborhoods, including community education, outreach, legal clinics, and collaboration with schools, community organizations, and service providers.
The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to tenant advocacy and experience working collaboratively with clients and community organizations to address housing instability and reduce displacement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Direct Representation & Legal Advocacy
- Represent tenants in eviction defense matters, including researching and drafting pleadings and motions, engaging in discovery, negotiating resolutions, appearing for hearings and case conferences, and assessing appeal potential. Maintain a caseload while supporting broader community stabilization efforts. Collect, review, and evaluate evidence related to client matters and housing conditions. Maintain accurate and timely client records and case documentation.
Community Resource Coordination:
- Educate community members on issues including eviction prevention, habitability concerns, repair issues, and safe housing conditions. Build and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, neighborhood groups, and service providers. Maintain visibility within the legal and broader community to strengthen partnerships and increase access to services.
Collaboration & Program Support:
- Work collaboratively with Legal Advocates, program staff, and community partners to coordinate services and support households experiencing housing instability. Participate in regular team meetings, case conferencing, and cross-functional collaboration efforts. Support AVLF’s broader community engagement and prevention initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned.
Education:
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
Benefits:
Working Conditions:
Work is generally performed remotely and in office environments, with travel to meetings, community sites, and client-related activities as needed. Work may involve a fast-paced environment requiring multitasking, prolonged sitting and/or standing, and occasional evening or weekend availability to support meetings, outreach activities, trainings, or client needs.
*Minimum salary is $70,000, commensurate with experience.
**This position is grant funded and subject to annual review.**