Vensure Employer Solutions
Education Legal Rights Attorney FL On Site
Vensure Employer Solutions, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, us, 33336
About us
We are Southern Florida area non-profit pro bono law firm. Every day, we work hard to meet the legal needs of a large, diverse, multiethnic community across Broward County. Our mission is to provide high-quality, free civil legal advice, representation, and education to the disadvantaged of Broward County. LAClient has more than 125 employees, including more than 50 attorneys, who provide free services and resources across a broad range of civil legal issues that impact health, safety, and self-sufficiency. Every year, LAClient helps thousands find their voice, regain control of their lives, and build a brighter future.
Through education, effective litigation, and collaboration, we work tirelessly to expand access to justice for all, identify needs in our community, and challenge systems, laws, and policies that adversely affect the underserved and marginalized. For more information, please visit
www.browardlegalaid.org
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Position Summary
In this position you will advocate for children suspected of having disabilities or who are already identified as having a disability. You will assist them in accessing appropriate educational services and public benefits. You will serve both community families and children in the foster care system. The ideal candidate will have litigation experience, a background in children's law, education, psychology, the medical field, and/or related services.
Qualifications
Active membership in the Florida State Bar
Experience serving low-income communities preferred but not required
A demonstrable awareness and sensitivity to the needs of the populations we serve is necessary
Ability to work effectively with a large caseload and function professionally within a highly stressful environment
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently at times and also as an effective part of a team, including other attorneys, support staff, volunteers, and community partners
Excellent written and communication skills
The ability to speak more than one language is a plus.
A willingness to, at times, work beyond a minimum seven-hour workday, including evenings and weekends
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We are Southern Florida area non-profit pro bono law firm. Every day, we work hard to meet the legal needs of a large, diverse, multiethnic community across Broward County. Our mission is to provide high-quality, free civil legal advice, representation, and education to the disadvantaged of Broward County. LAClient has more than 125 employees, including more than 50 attorneys, who provide free services and resources across a broad range of civil legal issues that impact health, safety, and self-sufficiency. Every year, LAClient helps thousands find their voice, regain control of their lives, and build a brighter future.
Through education, effective litigation, and collaboration, we work tirelessly to expand access to justice for all, identify needs in our community, and challenge systems, laws, and policies that adversely affect the underserved and marginalized. For more information, please visit
www.browardlegalaid.org
.
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Position Summary
In this position you will advocate for children suspected of having disabilities or who are already identified as having a disability. You will assist them in accessing appropriate educational services and public benefits. You will serve both community families and children in the foster care system. The ideal candidate will have litigation experience, a background in children's law, education, psychology, the medical field, and/or related services.
Qualifications
Active membership in the Florida State Bar
Experience serving low-income communities preferred but not required
A demonstrable awareness and sensitivity to the needs of the populations we serve is necessary
Ability to work effectively with a large caseload and function professionally within a highly stressful environment
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently at times and also as an effective part of a team, including other attorneys, support staff, volunteers, and community partners
Excellent written and communication skills
The ability to speak more than one language is a plus.
A willingness to, at times, work beyond a minimum seven-hour workday, including evenings and weekends
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