Description We are offering a long-term contract employment opportunity for an Attorney/Lawyer in Plantation, Florida. This role is within the nonprofit sector and primarily focuses on consumer and housing law. The position can be performed either on-site or in a hybrid format, depending on the needs of the organization. This is a hybrid role. Responsibilities: • Conduct in-depth client intake interviews and manage client-related phone calls. • Advise clients on housing and consumer law issues, informing them of their legal rights. • Conduct legal research and analyze statutes and relevant case law. • Evaluate potential outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedence. • Develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presenting cases. • Handle client documents and prepare legal documents for clients' housing and consumer law cases. • Attend court hearings and trials, representing clients in court. • Engage in the process of discovery and depositions. • Supervise paralegals, assign tasks, review all legal work and monitor workload. • Communicate case progress, status, issues and outcomes to supervising attorneys. • Participate in community outreach events in-person and virtually, as well as on social media. • Comply with program and grant requirements, maintaining records, case notes and daily time-keeping in the case management system. Key skills required for this position include a background in Consumer Law and Fair Housing Law, the ability to draft legal documents, and experience in legal research, client intake, and discovery. Requirements • Must hold a law degree from an accredited law school • Must be a member in good standing of the Florida Bar • Minimum of 2 years of professional experience as an Attorney or Lawyer • Litigation experience, preferably in foreclosure and/or eviction defense • Proficiency in Consumer, and Fair Housing Law • Experience in drafting legal documents • Strong skills in legal research • Experience with client intake processes • Familiarity with the discovery process in legal proceedings • Excellent interpersonal skills for client interaction • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • High level of integrity and professional accountability • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines • Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office Suite. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2024 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .