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Description Texas Legal Services Center s (TLSC) Crime Victims Program provides direct legal services to victims of violent crime, which includes providing legal advice and referrals by phone, representing victims in court, and advocating on behalf of victims who are navigating the criminal justice system. TLSC also operates a legal hotline for survivors who have legal needs stemming from sexual assault or abuse, serving the Legal Aid for Survivors of Sexual Assault (LASSA) network by providing ...

** Full time, potential part time opportunities may exist Position Summary:TLSC s Child Welfare program provides direct legal services to families involved in or at risk of involvement with the Texas child welfare system. The Staff Attorney will answer calls on the Family Helpline, which offers free legal information and education in an anonymous setting to parents, relatives, and members of the public with questions about Texas Child Protective Services (CPS) policies, procedures, and the ...

Position Summary:The staff attorney is responsible for providing general civil legal advice, assistance, or representation to eligible clients. This attorney in this position is expected to: Maintain the highest ethical and professional standards as a member of the State Bar; adhere to the American Bar Association Standards for the Provision of Civil Legal Aid; embrace and support TLSC s overall mission; and comply with all grant requirements, regulations, standards, policies, and confidentiality ...

Position Status:Part-TimeReports to:Managing AttorneySchedule:Mon. Fri.; Hours to be scheduled between 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.*Must be available from 1:00-5:30 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays; and from 1:00-3:30 p.m. on Fridays. About the Firm: Founded in 1981, Texas Legal Services Center (TLSC) is a nonprofit organization that provides legal advice, advocacy, representation, and education to underserved people across the state. Position Summary: The Parenting Order Legal Line (POLL) is ...