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Careers at FRLS
Find your next role here at Florida Rural Legal Services.
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Staff Attorney (Fort Myers)
The purpose of this position is to provide civil legal assistance to eligible low income and elderly persons approved by program policies and priorities in areas such as housing, domestic violence related family and other family law matters, public benefits, consumer law, elder law, education, immigration, and civil rights. View the job description.
Staff Attorney (Riviera Beach)
The purpose of this position is to provide civil legal assistance to eligible low income and elderly persons approved by program policies and priorities in areas such as housing, domestic violence related family and other family law matters, public benefits, consumer law, elder law, education, immigration, and civil rights. View job description.
Staff Attorney (Lakeland)
The purpose of this position is to provide civil legal assistance to eligible low income and elderly persons approved by program policies and priorities in areas such as housing, domestic violence related family and other family law matters, public benefits, consumer law, elder law, education, immigration, and civil rights. View the job description.
Resource Development Director (Lakeland or Fort Myers)
Florida Rural Legal Services Inc is seeking a well-motivated and dedicated individual to develop and coordinate grant-funded programs from agencies, institutions, local government, or units of local government, or metropolitan departments.
This position will serve as the central contact position for online grant application submittals and reporting to Federal, State and Non-Governmental agencies regarding grants and will maintain a central “gate keeping” function for FRLS access to grant resources and reporting as required by federal agencies. Job description.
Staff Attorney - Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) (Fort Myers or Belle Glade)
The purpose of this position is to support the Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic (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. Job description.
Migrant Farmworker Advocacy Director (Fort Myers)
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. Job description.
Staff Attorney – Funding Florida Legal Aid (FFLA) (Fort Pierce)
The purpose of this position is to provide civil legal assistance to eligible low income and elderly persons approved by program policies and priorities in areas such as housing, domestic violence related family and other family law matters, public benefits, consumer law, elder law, education, immigration, and civil rights. View job description.
Staff Attorney – Funding Florida Legal Aid (FFLA) (Fort Myers)
The purpose of this position is to provide civil legal assistance to eligible low income and elderly persons approved by program policies and priorities in areas such as housing, domestic violence related family and other family law matters, public benefits, consumer law, elder law, education, immigration, and civil rights. View job description.
Staff Attorney – Funding Florida Legal Aid (FFLA) (Riviera Beach)
The purpose of this position is to provide civil legal assistance to eligible low income and elderly persons approved by program policies and priorities in areas such as housing, domestic violence related family and other family law matters, public benefits, consumer law, elder law, education, immigration, and civil rights. View job description.
Paralegal (Riviera Beach)
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. View job description.
Family Law Staff Attorney (Fort Myers)
The purpose of this position is to provide civil legal assistance to Victims of Domestic Violence and work primarily under or Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Grant with representation and advocacy to victims of domestic violence, sexual trauma, and stalking. View job description.
Family Law Staff Attorney (Lakeland)
The purpose of this position is to provide civil legal assistance to Victims of Domestic Violence and work primarily under or Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Grant with representation and advocacy to victims of domestic violence, sexual trauma, and stalking. The ideal candidate must have an extensive knowledge in Family law, three-five years’ experience preferred. View job description.
Immigration Staff Attorney
(All Locations)
Florida Rural Legal Services Inc is seeking an experienced, immigration attorney to join our team devoted to representing victims of domestic violence, human trafficking, and other crimes in Florida. The individual would represent clients through our established partnerships, provide direct representation to victims who have experienced victimization. Some family law/domestic relations cases may also be included for some clients. View job description.
Outreach Coordinator Paralegal (Lakeland)
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. View job description.
Staff Attorney / Pro Bono Coordinator (Riviera Beach)
The Staff Attorney / Pro Bono Coordinator is a full-time position reporting to the Managing Attorney. The Staff Attorney / Pro Bono Coordinator is responsible for implementing the strategic vision and day-to-day management of FRLS’ pro bono program throughout the 15th Judicial Circuit. This includes fostering positive relationships with the private bar, law firms, law schools, bar associations, state-wide access to justice commissions, community partners, and national organizations. View job description.
Staff Attorney / Pro Bono Coordinator (Lakeland)
The Staff Attorney / Pro Bono Coordinator is a full-time position reporting to the Managing
Attorney. The Staff Attorney / Pro Bono Coordinator is responsible for implementing the
strategic vision and day-to-day management of FRLS’ pro bono program throughout the 15th
Judicial Circuit. This includes fostering positive relationships with the private bar, law firms, law
schools, bar associations, state-wide access to justice commissions, community partners, and
national organizations. View job description.
Legal Secretary (Riviera Beach)
The purpose of the position is to provide secretarial support to the Attorneys and Paralegals as needed. 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. View job description.
Staff Attorney – Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) (Fort Myers)
The purpose of this position is to provide civil legal assistance to Victims of Domestic Violence and work primarily under or Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Grant. representation and advocacy to victims of domestic violence, sexual trauma and stalking under the VOCA. The Attorney will provide civil legal assistance to victims of all crimes including but not limited to those provided on an emergency basis, where reasonable and where the need arises as a direct result to victimization (except torts). The ideal candidate must have an extensive knowledge in Family law, three-five years’ experience minimum. View job description.
Project Manager (Fort Myers)
The purpose of this position is to support the coordination of the LSC 2022 Disaster Supplemental Appropriation Project engaged in by Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. (FRLS), by implementing project plans and coordinating resources to ensure the successful implementation of the project to support FRLS disaster response efforts stemming from Hurricane Ian. View job description.
Hotline Staff Attorney (Remote)
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 through our Hotline Services Department. View job description.
Receptionist (Immokalee)
The main purpose of this position is to lend administrative and secretarial support to all office staff. The administrative duties of this position are as follows but may be altered at the discretion of your immediate supervisor. Greet active clients, prospective clients or visitors who enter the office to determine whether or not they can be helped. View job description.
Contract Attorney – Disaster Recovery (Fort Myers)
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. View job description.
Receptionist (Fort Myers)
The main purpose of this position is to lend administrative and secretarial support to all office staff. The administrative duties of this position are as follows but may be altered at the discretion of your immediate supervisor. Greet active clients, prospective clients or visitors who enter the office to determine whether or not they can be helped. View job description.
Accessibility
FRLS is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all applicants to apply. Should you need assistance applying for a position, please contact us at hr@frls.org or 1-888-582-3410.
Current Employees
Employees are encouraged to apply for opportunities that support their career growth and advancement within the FRLS organization. Please follow the application process for consideration.
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.
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