Community Christian Legal Aid – Staff Attorney

Company or Organization:
Community Christian Legal Aid

Location:
The Woodlands, Texas

Salary Information:
$74,000-$77,000 per year

Job Description:

providing civil legal assistance to low-income and asset-constrained individuals and families. We are seeking a motivated, compassionate entry-level attorney to join our growing team and serve our community through high-impact legal work.

The Staff Attorney will provide direct legal services to clients in a multi-disciplinary legal aid environment, with a primary focus on family law and immigration matters, as well as other civil legal issues commonly faced by underserved populations. This is a full-time, in-office position offering meaningful courtroom experience, client interaction, and mentorship in a mission-driven setting.

CCLA will consider recent graduates, newly licensed attorneys, and qualified 3

Ls awaiting bar results.

• Family law matters (including divorce, SAPCR, custody, guardian ships, and related issues)
• Immigration matters (including humanitarian and family-based cases)
• Estate planning for low-income clients (wills and related documents)
• Other civil legal aid matters as assigned based on community needs

• Provide direct legal representation and advice to clients under attorney supervision when applicable
• Conduct client interviews, case assessments, and legal research
• Draft pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Appear in court and at administrative hearings, as permitted by licensure status
• Collaborate with supervising attorneys, paralegals, and volunteers
• Participate in legal clinics and community outreach events
• Maintain accurate case records and comply with organizational policies and ethical standards

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice in Texas or eligible for licensure; 3
  
  Ls waiting bar results will be considered.
• Strong interest in legal aid and public service work
• Desire to practice in a multi-disciplinary environment, including family law and immigration
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines
• Commitment to professionalism, empathy, and client-centered advocacy
• Alignment with CCLA’s mission and values
• Full-time, in-office position
• Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Opportunity for hands-on experience and professional growth in a nonprofit legal setting
• Mentorship and training provided

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter describing their interest in legal aid work and CCLA’s mission.

Please send resume, cover letter and most recent unofficial transcript from law school (if recent grad).