Rising For Justice (RFJ) invites applications for a full-time supervising attorney position for clinical teaching and tenant advocacy as part of RFJ’s Housing Advocacy and Litigation Clinic (“HALC”). HALC enrolls student attorneys from Georgetown University Law Center and George Washington University Law School. Reporting to RFJ’s Director of HALC, the supervising attorney is part of a dynamic interdisciplinary team that provides clinical education and case supervision to the students.
Responsibilities:
• Developing and delivering curriculum, including planning and teaching classes in lawyering and advocacy skills, substantive housing law, civil procedure, ethics and professionalism, and systemic advocacy;
• Supervising second- and third-year law students in the representation of clients in housing matters that range from same-day legal services to extended representation;
• Overseeing the student evaluation process;
• Planning and participating in community presentations, including Know-Your-Rights trainings and other community outreach events;
• Providing direct client representation as necessary and between semesters;
• Serving as a liaison to area law schools in collaboration with RFJ management;
• Working in tandem with other RFJ advocacy units to achieve best outcomes for clients; and
• Participating in student recruitment activities; and organizational resource development opportunities.
Qualifications:
Must be a member of the DC Bar (preferred) or eligible to waive into the DC Bar. Must have prior litigation experience, excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, a strong work ethic, a client-centered approach to advocacy, and a passion to teach and mentor law students. Preferred qualifications include clinical education experience or other teaching and supervisory experience, Spanish language skills, and experience advocating for low-income persons.
Salary and Benefits:
RFJ salaries are set on a scale based on years of experience. The scale for this position is $70,967 to $101,182. RFJ offers an excellent benefits package, including employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous sick, annual, and personal leave; life and disability insurance; and paid federal and local holidays.
To Apply:
Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume by email addressed to Linda Brooks, Director of Human Resources, at [email protected]. Please indicate “HALC Supervising Attorney, [your full name]” in the subject line of the email. Finalists will be asked to submit writing samples.
Application Deadline:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
About Rising For Justice:
Created in 1969, RFJ, formerly known as DC Law Students in Court, is the oldest clinical teaching program in the District of Columbia. RFJ operates as a public interest legal services provider and clinical education program for law and social work graduate students and serves more than 4,000 clients per year. Much of RFJ’s work focuses on fighting eviction and displacement on behalf of low-income tenants in the District of Columbia. In addition, RFJ represents justice-involved DC residents in need of a fresh start by clearing their criminal records and individuals seeking family stability.
RFJ’s mission is to leverage the collective forces of students and experienced advocates to achieve justice for all. The organization embraces equal justice and diversity as core values and strives to maintain a workplace that is vibrant, welcoming, innovative, and collaborative. RFJ is committed to fostering the thoughtful exchange of ideas and to ensuring that all voices are heard and respected. Its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and non-discrimination includes race, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, personal appearance, genetic information, political affiliation, marital status, family responsibilities, disability, status as a veteran, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law or regulation.
Must be a member of the DC Bar (preferred) or eligible to waive into the DC Bar. Must have prior litigation experience, excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, a strong work ethic, a client-centered approach to advocacy, and a passion to teach and mentor law students. Preferred qualifications include clinical education experience or other teaching and supervisory experience, Spanish language skills, and experience advocating for low-income persons.
Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume by email addressed to Linda Brooks, Director of Human Resources, at [email protected]. Please indicate “HALC Supervising Attorney, [your full name]” in the subject line of the email. Finalists will be asked to submit writing samples.
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