Special Litigation Staff Attorney

Job overview

The Special Litigation Staff Attorney role is onsite in Orlando, FL. Starting salary is $85,000 per year, with higher pay possible based on experience. Community Legal Services is a civil legal aid firm promoting equal access to justice for vulnerable individuals. The attorney supports case development, strategy, and procedure and serves as lead or co-counsel in selected cases, including high-profile matters. The role advances the firm’s legal aid and advocacy work through client representation, litigation projects, attorney mentoring, and collaboration with community partners.

What you'll do

• Conduct client intakes and interviews and provide legal assistance from brief advice through full representation
• assist with assigned cases and special litigation projects
• support advocacy plan initiatives
• mentor attorneys, paralegals, advocates, and volunteers
• co-counsel or cover cases as needed
• support grant reporting and compliance
• contribute to policy positions and strategic planning
• coordinate with communications, advocacy, and pro bono teams
• build community relationships
• assist with litigation budget development and management.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special litigation staff attorney

orlando fl

community legal services

civil legal aid

impact litigation

client representation

legal advocacy

florida bar license

attorney mentoring

community partnerships

$85k starting salary

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 15 paid holidays
• 24 days paid time off
• health, vision, and dental benefits
• 403(b) match up to 5% after one year
• bar dues and CLE credits
• attorney student loan reimbursement
• tuition reimbursement
• public service loan forgiveness eligibility
• pet insurance.

Why this role

Requires an active Florida law license in good standing and at least seven years of litigation experience, including federal and state cases. Consumer, disaster, fair housing, housing, and family law experience is preferred.

About the employer

Community Legal Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.