Careers

Office Manager

FLSA: Exempt

Location: Fort Myers

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/2306773/Florida-Rural-Legal-Services-Inc/Office-Manager

Job Overview

Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS) is searching for a talented and professional Office Manager for our Fort Myers, FL office to organize and coordinate administrative duties and office procedures. The Office Manager will oversee day-to-day administrative functions and contribute to cost-effective office management. Functions include, but are not limited to operational support, staff workflow support, and facilities management. Your role is to create and maintain a pleasant work environment, ensuring high levels of organizational effectiveness, communication, and safety. Responsible for supervision of the clerical staff in the office to ensure efficient operation of the office staff. Duties will also include secretarial and/or paralegal functions as assigned. Previous experience as a Front office manager or office administrator in a law firm would be an advantage. A successful Office Manager should have experience with a variety of office software (email tools, spreadsheets, and databases) and be able to accurately handle administrative duties. Ultimately, the Office Manager should be able to ensure the smooth running of the office and help to improve procedures and day-to-day operation.

Essential Functions

1. Assists with hiring, training, and assessment of staff.2. Assigns, directs, and monitors clerical workflow to ensure timely, accurate work.
3. Establishes a review system to measure the quality and quantity of work performed by the
clerical staff and provides reports to Managing Attorney on a quarterly basis.
4. Addresses deficiencies as appropriate according to Company policy.
5. Establishes objectives for clerical staff to monitor performance and conducts timely
performance evaluations.
6.Assists with projects, performs research and other duties as assigned.
7. Ensures that office calendar is maintained, ready for weekly calendar meetings and establishes
procedures for keeping the calendar updated with added appearances during the week.
8. Performs secretarial and/or paralegal duties as assigned.
9. Serve as the point person for office manager duties including: maintenance, mailing, supplies,
equipment orders.
10. Schedule office meetings.
11. Organize the office layout and order stationery and equipment

12. Maintain the office condition and arrange necessary repairs.13.Organize office operations and procedures.
14. Ensure that all items are invoiced and paid on time.
15.Provide general support to clients.
16. Maintain a strict and 100% accountability of all office equipment.
17. Facilities management, including economic use of office space, oversee facility
improvements and build outs.
18. Oversight of support staff including secretaries, office support services, conference center,
reception and other departments collaborating with firm wide administration and management
teams
19. Coordination with firm wide procurement efforts for supplies, equipment, and other
purchases for the local office
20.Special projects as assigned
21. Performs other duties assigned,

Skills
-Proven experience as an Office Manager, Front office manager or administrative assistant
-Knowledge of office administrator responsibilities, systems, and procedures
-Hands on experience with office machines (e.g. fax machines, printers, etc.)
-Familiarity with email scheduling tools.
-Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
-Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills
-Strong organizational and planning skills in a fast-paced environment
 

EEOC Statement

Florida Rural Legal Services,Inc., does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other characteristic protected by federal, state of local law.

Legal Secretary

Full-time

Location: Lakeland, FL

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/jobs/Apply/1576921

Description 

The purpose of the position is to provide secretarial support to the Attorneys and Paralegals as needed.

Essential Functions:

• Provide needed litigation support.
• Share the responsibilities of a receptionist as needed.
• Perform overall file maintenance including opening files, closing files, general office filing, maintaining advocate and office filing and statistical systems, sorting, photocopying, scanning, properly uploading, preparing, and delivering case folders as required.
• Draft, proof and correct letters, briefs, motions, memoranda, and other documents.
• Scheduling appointments and, if covering for the receptionist, making all other arrangements for business meetings for assigned advocates in FRLS offices or other places.
• Transact routine business, such as banking and post office business, as required occasionally, a secretary will deliver or pick-up business documents or other materials as needed.
• Gather information by telephone, and otherwise assist attorneys and paralegals.
• Attend all required CSC trainings and Lakeland community presentations scheduled by the Lakeland office of FRLS.
• Prepare information packets for distribution during scheduled Lakeland community presentations.
• A secretary may be assigned administrative tasks by the office manager:
• Maintaining the library
• Maintaining records or checking accounts and other financial records
• Maintaining petty cash
• Keeping accurate statistics.
• Assist with banking and post office visits as needed and other administrative tasks as they arise.
• Assist the receptionist in handing the mail as needed. Rotate posting and delivering the mail.
• Meet and greet walk-ins when at the reception desk and complete intakes for eligible CSC applicants for legal services.
• Perform screening interviews when at the reception desk.
• Scheduling of client appointments as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must type a minimum of 50 wpm and the ability to enter data into computer.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to forge positive relationships with prospects, colleagues, and the community.
• Some knowledge of the legal system, commitment to the mission of FRLS and compassion for the clients.
• Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be able to effectively and efficiently maximize existing resources.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and CMS.
• Must be able to effectively work in high pressure situations which involve deadlines.
• Bilingual English and Spanish or Haitian Creole preferred.

Working Conditions: Position operates in a professional work environment.

Physical Requirements:

This is a largely sedentary role; however, some lifting of office supplies up to 20 pounds may be required.

Must be able to travel to local court or post office etc.

Direct Reports: None

Reports to: Office Manager

EEOC Statement:

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc., does not d discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status; military service, or other characteristic protected by federal, state of local law.

Outreach Coordinator (Paralegal)

Full-time

Location:

Riviera Beach, FL

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/jobs/Apply/2307722

Belle Glade, FL

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/jobs/Apply/2307763

Fort Pierce, FL

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/jobs/Apply/2307796

Description 

We are looking for a hard-working outreach coordinator to join our organization. The Community Outreach Coordinator is primarily responsible for providing the most up-to-date education and information on various FRLS legal services. As a Community Outreach Paralegal, you will be the main point of contact between the organization and the broader community.

This involves creating newsletters, promoting our initiatives on social media, helping community members with program enrollment, maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders in the community, and coordinating internal and external information sharing.

Our ideal candidate is a motivated, passionate individual who shares our values and believes in our mission, has strong interpersonal skills, is a great communicator, and has 3+ years of experience developing and implementing community outreach programs.

Essential Functions:

· Maintain a calendar of outreach activities, including community events, faith-based entities, workshops, appearances, and other communication opportunities.

· Prepare an annual calendar for community outreach activities.

· Establish new and nurture old relationships with collaborative partners.

· Schedule regular outreach exhibitions in the community designed to educate employees on community responsibility.

· Schedule legal clinics in collaboration with community partners.

· Teach classes on basic legal topics, such as our federal tax system and housing rights and benefits.

· Prepare accurate records and reports on outreach goals.

· Contact community organizations serving low-income communities and FRLS’s target populations, explaining the mission and services.

· Meet regularly with outreach project partners to give updates and plan outreach.

· Conduct phone intakes

· Perform other tasks and duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

· Friendly, professional, and empathic manner.

· Strong client-first work ethic.

· Ability to apply creative approaches to problem-solving; flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment.

· Excellent oral and written communication skills.

· Excellent organizational skills, with attention to detail.

· Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.

· Technical proficiency with standard office equipment.

· Fluency with Microsoft Office suite applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and online office tools and

· Ability to travel frequently.

· Minimum Job Requirements:

· Three-to-four years of professional experience as an outreach coordinator, paralegal, or housing advocate, provided that an additional degree from an accredited institution may be substituted for required experience on a year-for-year basis.

· Availability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, to best fulfill the goals of the outreach project.

· Cultural literacy and humility in working with low-income clients across the spectrum of diversity.

· A demonstrated commitment to social, economic, and racial justice and providing high quality legal assistance to low-income communities.

Working Conditions: Position operates in a professional work environment.

Education and Qualifications

· Excellent oral and written communication

· Ability to build and maintain positive relationships

· Competency with equipment and legal information pertaining to legal intake screenings

· High School or GED equivalent

· Paralegal certification required.

· Must be able to travel up to 70% of the time.

EEOC Statement:

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc., does not d discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status; military service, or other characteristic protected by federal, state of local law.

Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic Staff Attorney

FLSA: Exempt

Location: Fort Myers

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/2307264/Florida-Rural-Legal-Services-Inc/Low-Income-Taxpayer-Clinic-Staff-Attorney

Job Overview

The purpose of this position is to support the Low-Income TaxpayerClinic (LITC) engaged in by Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc.(FRLS). The LITC represents low-income taxpayers in disputes with the IRS regarding federal income tax liability. The Clinic consists of a Director, Qualified Tax Expert, and 2 paralegals.

Florida Rural Legal Services,Inc., (FRLS) is hiring a qualified individual from for the Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC). LITC provides free assistance to eligible low-income taxpayers with a range of IRS tax controversy matters. The position is in FRLS’s Fort Myers LITC office. The position is open immediately. The LITC is supported by a grant from the Internal Revenue Service and can serve persons throughout
Florida. The individual will work closely with the Clinic Director and volunteer LITC staff to provide pro bono services to eligible taxpayers..

Essential Functions

1. Clinic Supervision: Help coordinate allaspects and day-to-day operations of LITC, maintain open communication with the
Clinic Director of the LITC office, and work closely with LITC staff.

2. Intake: Screen potential clients foreligibility for the LITC program, establish a process for promptly assigning cases LITC staff, and assist with intake duties when necessary.

3. Caseload: Maintain and manage the cliniccaseload.

4. Volunteer Recruitment: Build and maintaina roster of volunteers to serve eligible taxpayers, participate in training of volunteer attorneys, and answer questions from volunteers.

5. Case Supervision: Stay abreast of allaspects of individual case management and significant case developments, assist Clinic Director with tax controversy representation as far as settlement negotiations with the IRS and before the US Tax Court, be a resource for LITC staff, maintain orderly client files, support volunteer attorney and client needs, maintain the process for obtaining account transcripts and other information from the IRS, and be responsible for resolving client complaints or grievances.

6. Coordination of services: develop andcoordinate relationships with other LITC programs in FL and engage with other LITC clinics around the country.

7. Community relations: Support taxpayereducation including offering presentations and workshops for English as a Second Language (ESL) taxpayers, establish an outreach plan to ensure that the services of LITC are effectively publicized to low income, underserved, and ESL taxpayers.

8. Administrative: Assure compliance withgrant requirements and participate in the administration of grants including
reporting and preparation of applications for future grants.

9. Relationships: Maintain a productive andcollegial working relationship the IRS, LITC’s national office, the United States Tax Court, other organizations in the community, and attend required conferences.

10. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

1. Juris Doctorate from an ABA accreditedlaw school.

2. Barred in any US State.

3. Knowledge of IRS administrative andFederal court procedures preferred.

4. Some knowledge of the legal system,commitment to the mission of FRLS and compassion for the clients.

5. Ability to forge positive relationshipswith prospects and colleagues.

6. Good organizational, interpersonal, andcommunication skills.

7. Ability to work collaboratively, yetindependently.

8. Must be able to effectively andefficiently maximize existing resources.

9. Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite(Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint). Knowledge of CMS a plus.

10. Applicants must be proficient in the useof software, especially email, word processing and spreadsheets.

11. Must be able to effectively work inhigh-pressure situations which involve deadlines.

12. Bilingual English and Spanish or HaitianCreole preferred, but not required.

Preferred but not required: 

1. Prior work within civil legal services,federal tax controversy, with volunteers, producing training events, admission
to any State Bar, admission to the US Tax Court, authorization to practice before the IRS, or other relevant experience is helpful.

Working conditions

This position operates in a professional office environment.
 

Physical Requirements

1. Must be able to travel throughout FRLS’s service areas.
2. Must be able to take clear written notes and type (for data entry purposes).
3. Must be able to lift boxes, equipment, and other items onoccasion.
 

Direct Reports

None
 

EEOC Statement

Florida Rural Legal Services,Inc., does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other characteristic protected by federal, state of local law.

Migrant Farmworker Advocacy Director (Attorney)

FLSA: Exempt

Location: Fort Myers

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/2175075/Florida-Rural-Legal-Services-Inc/Migrant-Farmworker-Advocacy-Director

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. provides free legal assistance to low-income clients in 13 counties and to migrant farm workers throughout the State of Florida. Our agency has been in existence since 1966. The purpose of this position is to provide services to migrant farmworkers and their families thought the State of Florida, concentrating primarily on legal issues involving employment, housing, public benefit, and civil rights. The Migrant Farmworker Advocacy Director will ensure that FRLS Migrant Department is staffed to managed and facilitate the services needed for the state of Florida.

The Migrant Farmworker Advocacy Director will report directly to the Deputy Director.

Essential Functions:

• Leads a team that provides comprehensive legal services to farmworker clients with agricultural, employment and housing law related matters, including unemployment, wage theft, discrimination, housing, labor-based U-visas, and labor trafficking.
• Co-counsel cases across Florida and other States;
• Leads community outreach throughout Florida and other States;
• Trains staff on identifying the legal needs of farmworker clients;
• Leads, directs, and increases litigation efforts in the Migrant Farmworker’s unit;
• Develops a strategic advocacy plan for the Migrant Farmworker’s unit;
• Ensures appropriate referrals are provided to outside agencies;
• Attends trainings and maintains up-to-date knowledge of current legal issues surrounding farmworker law and related law;
• Develops, trains and supervises Migrant Farmworkers’ unit staff;
• Supervises law student interns;
• Interviews, certifies eligibility, and identifies the legal problems of FRLS clients within a specific area of law and provides clients with appropriate legal assistance in the form of advice, referrals, and actual representation;
• Coordinates, directs, and manages outreach for the unit;
• Represents clients in court and before administrative agencies, including investigation, witness preparation, pre and post hearing written arguments, conduct the hearing and related activities.
• Provides documentation, statistical information and other records as required by Deputy Director or Executive Director;

• Facilitates case acceptance meetings;• Participates in trainings and conducts trainings;
• Adheres to office hours, exhibits a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills, communicates, and treats clients and staff with courtesy and respect, provides constructive feedback to staff on cases discussed;
• Serves as a role model to support staff by promoting the values of hard work, high quality advocacy and treating others with courtesy and respect;
• Promotes accessibility of the local office(s) to clients, including rural clients, non�English speaking clients and client with disabilities;
• Promotes good relations with public, including client groups, service providers, press, and private bar, attending/speaking at local meetings as appropriate and approved by the Deputy Director and/or Executive Director.
• Familiar with requirements of LSC and other funders, and adheres to those policies and requirements;
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

1. Barred in Florida required. 2. Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.
3. Eight to Ten years of experience representing Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers.
4. Appreciation of the importance of the legal system, commitment to the mission of FRLS and compassion for the clients.
5. Ability to forge positive relationships with prospects and colleagues.
6. Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
7. Ability to work collaboratively, yet independently.
8. Creativity and ability to maximize the use of existing resources.
9. Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Legal Server software.
10. Must be able to effectively communicate with peers, supervisors, clients, and the public.
11. Must be able to effectively work in high pressure situations which involve deadlines.
12. Must be able to work weekends and travel when needed.
13. Familiar with requirements of LSC and other funders and adheres to those policies and requirements.
14. Knowledgeable of State and Federal court procedures required.
15. Fluency in Spanish preferred.

This position operates in a professional office environment.

• This is a largely sedentary role; however, some lifting of office supplies up to 20 pounds may be required.
• Some travel required.

Reports

1. Annual priority setting report.
2. Monthly progress reports.
3. Grant Reporting and Compliance Reports

EEOC Statement:
Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc., does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual
orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee
organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other characteristic protected by
federal, state of local law.

Paralegal – Disaster Recovery

Paralegals (Full time)

Reports to: Managing Attorney

FLSA: Exempt

Location: Ft.Myers

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/2242642/Florida-Rural-Legal-Services-Inc/Contract-Paralegal---Disaster-Recovery

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. provides free legal assistance to low-income clients in 14 counties and to migrant farm workers throughout the State of Florida. The purpose of this position is to provide civil legal assistance to indigent persons affected by the disasters specified and approved by the program policies and priorities on such matters as individual rights, housing, public benefits, elder law, family law, consumer rights, education, and employment law.

FRLS Disaster Recovery Legal Services Unit provides no-cost legal community outreach and comprehensive legal services to help low-income individuals and household needs during their disaster recovery. Legal services to be provided include, but are not limited to foreclosures, bankruptcies, flood insurance proof of loss preparation and FEMA Flood Directorate Appeals, FEMA recoupment defense, applications for disaster tax relief, civil and disability rights cases, legal counsel for community-based organizations on rebuilding plans, litigation to redress systemic disaster response problems. landlord/tenant Issues concerning repair issues, non-repair, mold concealment, etc., disputes regarding home elevation certificates and flood plain zoning, disputes regarding significant damage determination against homeowners.

FRLS will take a holistic approach and offer all legal aid services that are available to individual and household needs.

The Paralegal will assist in the provision of legal services to disaster recovery clients and the attorneys who are involved in the disaster recovery cases.

The Paralegal is under the supervision of the Managing Attorney and the Disaster Project Manager.

Essential Functions:

1. Interviews, confirms, eligibility, crime, case facts and legal problem of victim, updates client database with necessary information for reporting.

2. Develops goals to address effects of crime and works with client to establish service plan and timeline to achieve goals. Reassesses and revises service plan as needed; and follows-up with client to assess for additional services.

3. Provides clients with appropriate legal advice, applying the relevant law to the facts presented, and counseling the client in their pursuit of resolution of legal problems.

4. Participates in case acceptance & other office meetings to determine strategies for client services.

5. Provides documentation, statistical information and other records as required by the grant.

6. Participates in training to keep up CLEs relevant to the various areas of the law necessary to zealously represent victims.

7. Conduct outreach

8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

1. Paralegal degree or certification.

2. Knowledge of the legal system, commitment to the mission of FRLS and compassion for the clients.

3. Cultural similarity with this population and knowledge of Spanish and/or Haitian Creole is preferred.

4. Ability to forge positive relationships with prospects and colleagues.

5. Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

6. Ability to work collaboratively, yet independently.

7. Creativity and ability to maximize the use of existing resources.

8. Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Case Management System.

9. Must be able to effectively communicate with peers, supervisors, clients, and the public.

10. Must be able to effectively work in high pressure situations which involve deadlines.

11. Ability to carry caseloads when necessary.

Qualifications: At least three years' experience as a Paralegal is preferred but will consider exceptionally well-qualified entry-level candidates. Must be highly organized, familiar with electronic document tracking, able to use computer technology effectively, including Microsoft products and remote communications systems, including shared on-line workspaces and web meeting and videoconferencing software, and to collaborate with staff located in multiple offices. Candidates also must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks, and the skills to build collaborative relationships between the staff and the community served by FRLS.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: The employee in this Paralegal position will be responsible for:

1. Maintaining client information in the database(s)

2. Conducting intakes

3. Communicating successfully and respectfully with clients by any available verbal or written means

4. Collection of client data

5. Drafting correspondence and preparing other written materials

6. Providing litigation support.

This includes support of the attorneys with client preparation, legal file documentation, pre-trial preparation, court appearances, motion practice, depositions, mediations, negotiations, and trial practice. In general terms, the Paralegal should be knowledgeable, confident, organized, disciplined, dedicated, and focused to ensure client work is handled in a competent manner.

Proficiency in Spanish/Creole is a plus. Applicants will be subject to a background check.

EEOC Statement:
Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc., does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual
orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee
organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other characteristic protected by
federal, state of local law.

Attorney– Disaster Recovery

Attorneys (Full time)

Reports to: Managing Attorney

FLSA: Exempt

Location: Ft.Myers

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/2242742/Florida-Rural-Legal-Services-Inc/Contract-Attorney---Disaster-Recovery

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. provides free legal assistance to low-income clients in 14 counties and to migrant farm workers throughout the State of Florida. The purpose of this position is to provide civil legal assistance to indigent persons affected by the disasters specified and approved by the program policies and priorities on such matters as individual rights, housing, public benefits, elder law, family law, consumer rights, education, and employment law.

FRLS Disaster Recovery Legal Services Unit will provide no-cost legal community outreach and comprehensive legal services to help low-income individuals and household needs during their disaster recovery. Legal services to be provided include, but are not limited to foreclosures, bankruptcies, flood insurance proof of loss preparation and FEMA Flood Directorate Appeals, FEMA recoupment defense, applications for disaster tax relief, civil and disability rights cases, legal counsel for community-based organizations on rebuilding plans, litigation to redress systemic disaster response problems. landlord/tenant Issues concerning repair issues, non-repair, mold concealment, etc., disputes regarding home elevation certificates and flood plain zoning, disputes regarding significant damage determination against homeowners. FRLS will take a holistic approach and offer all legal aid services that are available to individual household needs.

The Attorney will provide legal services to hurricane recovery clients and guide and advise paralegals who are involved in the disaster recovery cases. The employee in this Attorney position will be able to handle cases and issues with little oversight and be able to creatively and independently problem solve. The Attorney will represent clients in legal proceedings, draw up legal documents and advise clients on legal transactions. The Attorney will be responsible for all aspects of the cases assigned to them, in court. This includes client preparation, legal file documentation, pre-trial preparation, court appearances, motion practice, depositions, mediations, negotiations, and trial practice. In general terms, the Attorney should be knowledgeable, confident, organized, disciplined, dedicated, and focused to ensure client work is handled in a competent manner.

The Attorney for Disaster Recovery is under the supervision of the Managing Attorney and the Disaster Project Manager.

Essential Functions:

1. Interviews, certifies eligibility, and identifies the legal problems of FRLS clients within a

specific area of law and provides clients with appropriate legal assistance in the form of advice, referrals, or actual representation.

2. Participates in community outreach and education.

3. Represents clients in court and before administrative agencies as accepted.

4. Provides documentation, statistical information and other records as required by the

Managing Attorney, Deputy Director, or Executive Director.

5. Participates in case acceptance meetings.

6. Participates in training to keep up CLE’s and required and legally relevant training as may

be provided by the program and as mandated by Florida Bar rules.

7. Adheres to office hours, exhibits a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills,

communicates and treats clients and staff with courtesy and respect, provides constructive feedback to other advocates (paralegals) on cases discussed.

8. Serves as a role model to support staff by promoting the values of hard work, high quality

advocacy and treating others with courtesy and respect.

9. Attempts to ensure accessibility of the local office(s) when necessary, by serving clients,

including rural clients, non-English speaking clients and client with disabilities.

10. Promotes good relations with public, including client groups, service providers, press, and

private bar, attending/speaking at local meetings as appropriate and approved by the Managing Attorney, Deputy Director and/or Executive Director.

11. Is familiar with FRLS policies, as well as requirements of LSC and other funders, and

adheres to those policies and requirements.

12. Maintain an accurate follow-up system to review cases when needed.

13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

1. Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.

2. Barred in Florida.

3. Knowledge of State and Federal court practices required.

4. Some knowledge of the legal system, commitment to the mission of FRLS and

compassion for the clients.

5. Ability to forge positive relationships with prospects and colleagues.

6. Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

7. Ability to work collaboratively, yet independently.

8. Must be able to effectively and efficiently be able to maximize existing resources.

9. Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

Knowledge of CMS a plus.

10. Must be able to effectively work in high-pressure situations, which involve deadlines.

11. Bilingual Spanish/Haitian Creole preferred, but not required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Must be competent & proficient in the use of Word and Microsoft Office

2. Draft/review substantive pleadings and motions for the Disaster Recovery Unit.

3. Timely initiation and response to motions & discovery associated with the Disaster Recovery Units’ selected cases.

4. Communicates in a highly effective manner with FRLS’ Administration, Managing Attorneys, unit members and clients.

5. Ability to work successfully in a fast-paced, and evolving environment.

6. Must have at least five years of practicing law with FLRS priorities.

This position operates in a professional work environment. Program-wide travel may be required for training, mentoring and court observation with approval from the Advocacy Director.

EEOC Statement:
Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc., does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual
orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee
organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other characteristic protected by
federal, state of local law.

Staff Attorney – Funding Florida Legal Aid

Attorneys

Reports to: Reports to: Regional Managing Attorney

FLSA: Exempt

Location: Belle Glade

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/2242765/Florida-Rural-Legal-Services-Inc/Staff-Attorney---Funding-Florida-Legal-Aid

Location: Fort Myers

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/2242853/Florida-Rural-Legal-Services-Inc/Staff-Attorney---Funding-Florida-Legal-Aid

Location: Fort Pierce

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/2242863/Florida-Rural-Legal-Services-Inc/Staff-Attorney---Florida-Funding-Legal-Aid

The purpose of this position is to provide civil legal assistance to indigent persons approved by program policies and priorities on such matters as individual rights, housing, public benefits, elder law, family law, consumer rights, education, and employment law.

Essential Functions:

1. Interviews, certifies eligibility, and identifies the legal problems of FRLS clients within a specific area of law and provides clients with appropriate legal assistance in the form of advice, referrals, or actual representation.

2. Participates in community outreach and education.

3. Represents clients in court and before administrative agencies as accepted.

4. Provides documentation, statistical information and other records as required by the Managing Attorney, Deputy Director, or Executive Director.

5. Participates in case acceptance meetings.

6. Participates in training to keep up CLE’s and required and legally relevant training as may be provided by the program and as mandated by Florida Bar rules.

7. Adheres to office hours, exhibits a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills, communicates, and treats clients and staff with courtesy and respect, provides constructive feedback to other advocates (paralegals) on cases discussed.

8. Serves as a role model to support staff by promoting the values of hard work, high quality advocacy and treating others with courtesy and respect.

9. Attempts to ensure accessibility of the local office(s) when necessary, by serving clients, including rural clients, non-English speaking clients and client with disabilities.

10. Promotes good relations with the public, including client groups, service providers, press, and private bars, attending/speaking at local meetings as appropriate and approved by the Managing Attorney, Deputy Director and/or Executive Director.

11. Is familiar with FRLS policies, as well as requirements of LSC and other funders, and adheres to those policies and requirements.

12. Maintain an accurate follow-up system to review cases when needed.

13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

1. Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.

2. Barred in Florida.

3. Knowledge of State and Federal court practices required.

4. Some knowledge of the legal system, commitment to the mission of FRLS and

compassion for the clients.

5. Ability to forge positive relationships with prospects and colleagues.

6. Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

7. Ability to work collaboratively, yet independently.

8. Must be able to effectively and efficiently be able to maximize existing resources.

9. Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).

Knowledge of CMS a plus.

10. Must be able to effectively work in high-pressure situations, which involve deadlines.

11. Bilingual Spanish/Haitian Creole preferred, but not required.

This is a largely sedentary role, however, some lifting of office supplies of up to 20 pounds may be required. Must be able to travel throughout Florida, as needed.

EEOC Statement:
Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc., does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual
orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee
organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other characteristic protected by
federal, state of local law.

Staff Attorney

Reports to: Regional Managing Attorney

FLSA: Exempt

Location: Lakeland

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/1607839/Florida-Rural-Legal-Services-Inc/Staff-Attorney

Location: Fort Pierce

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/1607856/Florida-Rural-Legal-Services-Inc/Attorney

The purpose of this position is to provide civil legal assistance to indigent persons approved by program policies and priorities on such matters as individual rights, housing, public benefits, elder law, family law, consumer rights, education, and employment law.

Essential Functions:

1. Interviews, certifies eligibility, and identifies the legal problems of FRLS clients within a specific area of law and provides clients with appropriate legal assistance in the form of advice, referrals, or actual representation.

2. Participates in community outreach and education.

3. Represents clients in court and before administrative agencies as accepted.

4. Provides documentation, statistical information and other records as required by the Managing Attorney, Deputy Director, or Executive Director.

5. Participates in case acceptance meetings.

6. Participates in training to keep up CLE’s and required and legally relevant training as may be provided by the program and as mandated by Florida Bar rules.

7. Adheres to office hours, exhibits a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills, communicates, and treats clients and staff with courtesy and respect, provides constructive feedback to other advocates (paralegals) on cases discussed.

8. Serves as a role model to support staff by promoting the values of hard work, high quality advocacy and treating others with courtesy and respect.

9. Attempts to ensure accessibility of the local office(s) when necessary, by serving clients, including rural clients, non-English speaking clients and client with disabilities.

10. Promotes good relations with the public, including client groups, service providers, press, and private bars, attending/speaking at local meetings as appropriate and approved by the Managing Attorney, Deputy Director and/or Executive Director.

11. Is familiar with FRLS policies, as well as requirements of LSC and other funders, and adheres to those policies and requirements.

12. Maintain an accurate follow-up system to review cases when needed.

13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

1. Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.

2. Barred in Florida.

3. Knowledge of State and Federal court practices required.

4. Some knowledge of the legal system, commitment to the mission of FRLS and

compassion for the clients.

5. Ability to forge positive relationships with prospects and colleagues.

6. Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

7. Ability to work collaboratively, yet independently.

8. Must be able to effectively and efficiently be able to maximize existing resources.

9. Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).

Knowledge of CMS a plus.

10. Must be able to effectively work in high-pressure situations, which involve deadlines.

11. Bilingual Spanish/Haitian Creole preferred, but not required.

This is a largely sedentary role, however, some lifting of office supplies of up to 20 pounds may be required. Must be able to travel throughout Florida, as needed.

EEOC Statement:
Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc., does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual
orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee
organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other characteristic protected by
federal, state of local law.

Intake Managing Attorney

Attorneys

Reports to: Director of the Hotline

FLSA: Exempt

Location: Remote

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/2243935/Florida-Rural-Legal-Services-Inc/Intake-Managing-Attorney

The Intake Managing Attorney is responsible for the day-to-day supervision and overall management of the Intake staff. The Intake Managing Attorney will monitor the interactions of intake screeners with clients to ensure that the expectations of the clients are met. Assists in setting standards and guidelines for client interactions. In addition, the Intake Managing Attorney will analyze operations of the Intake center and assist in overseeing any efficiency improvements.

The Intake Managing Attorney is responsible for the successful interaction between clients and intake staff to ensure a positive client experience. As a member of the management team, the Intake Managing Attorney is an integral part of the executing the Mission, Vision, and Values of Florida Rural Legal Service Inc

The Intake Managing Attorney will report directly to the Hotline Director.

Essential Functions:

1. The Intake Managing Attorney is responsible for ensuring that applicants calling are screened in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner and transferred to the appropriate office or to the Advice Line.

2. Manage the day to day operations of the intake screeners and paralegals.

3. Assist in devising ways to optimize procedures that employees are expected to follow during and between calls.

4. Assist in preparing monthly and annual progress and status reports, and employee performance evaluations.

5. Actively manage incoming calls, call routing, agent availability, etc. to ensure low wait times and proper handling of calls.

6. Assist in increasing productivity of Intake Screeners and Intake Paralegal (coach, hold accountable and recognize/reward on KPIs).

7. Provide effective leadership of the day-to-day operation of the Intake call center to develop and guide team members to deliver a positive outcome with every client contact.

8. Assist in developing and implementing future intake center vision and strategy.

9. Review trends for phone volume, staffing levels, and client satisfaction to determine where process improvements may be made.

10. Continuously monitor call center dashboard and assign calls and agents as needed, maintain flow.

11. Review quality performance measurements and provide input to coaching performance/action plans as applicable.

12. Ensure that all complaints are resolved in a timely manner.

13. Interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with all applicable Grant codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.

14. Responsible for providing reports, providing performance reviews, and other data as necessary to the appropriate administrative personnel.

15. Coordinate intake schedules.

16. Review work of the Intake Specialists and Paralegals

17. Provide necessary support and resources for the Intake Specialists and Paralegals to perform their jobs and provide case consultations as necessary.

18. Ability to make decisions independently, if needed, regarding screening of applicants, levels of service to applicants, and assignment of cases.

19. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

1. Juris Doctorate required. Must be Barred in the State of Florida

2. Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment;

3. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing;

4. Extensive knowledge using online call center phone and tracking systems;

5. Strong listening skills, attention to detail, and decision-making skills;

6. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities;

7. Pleasant, friendly attitude, with an ability to adapt to change;

8. Desire for personal/professional growth and development;

9. Superior problem-solving abilities.

10. Ability to work collaboratively, yet independently.

11. Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Legal Service software.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Must be competent & proficient in the use of Word and Microsoft Office

2. Draft/review substantive pleadings and motions for the Disaster Recovery Unit.

3. Timely initiation and response to motions & discovery associated with the Disaster Recovery Units’ selected cases.

4. Communicates in a highly effective manner with FRLS’ Administration, Managing Attorneys, unit members and clients.

5. Ability to work successfully in a fast-paced, and evolving environment.

6. Must have at least five years of practicing law with FLRS priorities.

This is a largely sedentary role, however, some lifting of office supplies up to 20 pounds may be required. Some travel required.

EEOC Statement:
Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc., does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual
orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee
organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other characteristic protected by
federal, state of local law.

Paralegal

Support

Reports to: Regional Managing Attorney

FLSA: Non Exempt

Location: Lakeland, Fl.

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/jobs/Apply/2307550 

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. is seeking to hire a paralegal to join our team of legal researchers. You will be supporting our organization by preparing documents like affidavits and legal correspondence, as well as organizing and maintaining files. You will also be asked to file pleadings with court clerks and help prepare for trials by organizing exhibits and assisting with other tasks as required.

To be successful in this role, you will need to be proficient with Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel. You will also need to be able to multitask effectively and essentially thrive in a busy, team-oriented environment.

Essential Functions:

• Preparing affidavits, legal correspondence and other documents for attorneys.
• Organizing and maintaining documents in a paper or electronic filing system.
• Meeting with clients, attorneys, and other professionals to talk about case details.
• Filing pleadings with court clerk.
• Helping prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and assisting with other tasks as needed.
• Preparing briefs, wills, contracts, real estate closing statements, pleadings, appeals, and other legal documents.
• Investigating facts and laws of cases and searching public records and other resources to prepare cases and determine causes of action.
• Directing and coordinating law office activity, including delivery of subpoenas.
• Gathering and analyzing statutes, decisions, and legal articles, codes, documents, and other data.
• Calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
• Keeping law library up-to-date by monitoring legal volumes.
• Other duties assigned 

This is a largely sedentary role, however, some lifting of office supplies of up to 20 pounds may be required. Must be able to travel throughout Florida, as needed.

 
EEOC Statement:
Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc., does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual
orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee
organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other characteristic protected by
federal, state of local law.