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HOME of VA es una organización de derechos civiles sin ánimo de lucro dedicada a la vivienda justa con la misión de garantizar la igualdad de acceso a la vivienda para todas las personas. Existimos para hacer frente a las desigualdades sistémicas relacionadas con la vivienda perpetuadas por la segregación y las prácticas discriminatorias sistémicas, que dan lugar a la desigualdad de riqueza y la inestabilidad de la vivienda. HOME lleva a cabo su misión a través de la aplicación y la defensa de la vivienda justa, la investigación y la política de vivienda, y el asesoramiento y la educación en materia de vivienda.
HOME es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades con un lugar de trabajo accesible y no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, sexo, edad, religión, credo, discapacidad, origen nacional, identidad de género, afiliación política o sindical, estado civil, orientación sexual, condición militar, fuente de ingresos u otros requisitos laborales no bona fide.
HOME se centra en el compromiso de los empleados y apuesta por un entorno de trabajo saludable, diverso e integrador. Ofrecemos un paquete de beneficios competitivo que incluye asistencia sanitaria, oftalmológica y dental gratuitas, y un entorno de trabajo flexible con opción de teletrabajo.
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About HOME of VA
Housing Opportunities Made Equal of Virginia (HOME of VA) is the Commonwealth’s only statewide fair housing nonprofit – the sole organization here rooting out discrimination in the real estate market while connecting Virginians with safe, stable homes.
We don’t build housing – we build housing opportunities. HOME of VA emerged in 1971 to bolster the Fair Housing Act – the landmark civil rights law that established broad antidiscrimination protections. We have remained on the case ever since, through rigorous investigations, precedent-setting cases argued before the US Supreme Court, and ongoing defense of Virginians’ housing rights. We exist to address housing-related systemic inequities perpetuated by segregation and systemic discriminatory practices, which result in wealth inequality and housing instability. For decades, we have also offered housing counseling and education programs to empower the communities we serve to break down enduring barriers.
Do you want to be a civil rights attorney? Are you passionate are housing equity? Are you passionate about helping others? Are you motivated to identify and pursue legal cases that change the housing landscape? Join our ranks as our inaugural Fair Housing Legal Fellow.
Job Summary
We are seeking to train and develop a mission-driven civil rights attorney to help advance housing justice across Virginia. This role will support strategic legal initiatives and litigation aimed at dismantling barriers to equitable housing, challenging systemic discriminatory practices, and addressing the lasting harms of redlining and underinvestment in marginalized communities. The fellow will also help enforce individual clients’ fair housing rights.
Building on HOME’s long history as a leader in fair housing litigation and legal advocacy, this position is part of our in-house legal practice and works closely with HOME’s policy, research, enforcement, and housing counseling departments, as well as with outside counsel, partner organizations, and community advocates to advance fair housing through impactful legal strategies.
Key responsibilities include identifying and pursuing cases that create systemic change; partnering with impacted communities to strengthen resident voices and support self-advocacy; litigating fair housing cases; and increasing awareness of legal tools that combat housing discrimination among attorneys, advocates, and the public.
The ideal candidate will bring a deep commitment to HOME’s mission and a strong interest in civil rights and housing justice. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Virginia or eligible to waive in, or be eligible to sit for the Virginia State Bar Exam and obtain licensure by October. Graduating law students, recent graduates, and judicial clerks completing clerkships are strongly encouraged to apply.
The fellowship is funded by a generous gift from Meier Watkins LLP.
Duties and responsibilities
- Represent plaintiffs including both HOME as an institution and other clients in legal cases that advance fair housing rights and housing equity.
- Maintain legal case files, meet deadlines, and advance legal cases with the highest levels of professionalism and legal ethics in relationships with clients and outside parties.
- Work with policy, research, enforcement and investigation, communications, and housing counseling departments at HOME to identify housing justice issues ripe for systemic change via a multi-pronged advocacy approach.
- Develop and implement strategic advocacy campaigns advancing housing equity. The development of advocacy campaigns will incorporate the priorities and perspectives of impacted communities and constituents.
- Foster strong working relationships with partner organizations, stakeholders, community leaders, law firms, and other public interest groups seeking to advance housing justice.
- Participate in funding development activities as requested, including assisting with grant writing or meeting with funders.
- Responder a las oportunidades de promover la misión de HOME y realizar otras tareas asignadas y priorizadas por la dirección de HOME.
Lo que debe llevar
We are seeking a candidate with passion for advocating for people and combating discrimination, with an interest in advancing civil rights through investigations, litigation, policy campaigns, and community advocacy. The ideal candidate will bring curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn in new and evolving situations, along with an interest in both individual client advocacy and broader systemic change. HOME values staff with diverse personal, educational, and professional experiences, and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds. Even if you do not meet every qualification below, we encourage you to apply if you are excited about our mission and believe you would be a strong fit. While no one candidate is expected to possess all of the following attributes, an ideal candidate will bring many of them:
- J.D. or equivalent degree, with admission to the Virginia State Bar, eligibility to waive in, or willingness to sit for the next Virginia bar exam.
- Graduating from law school this year or within the past three years.
- Demonstrated commitment to civil rights, social justice, and racial equity.
- Strong understanding of housing law and litigation.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build authentic relationships with a wide range of people.
- Collaborative working style with a strong service mindset.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Excellent communication, writing, and editing skills, with the ability to prepare clear, persuasive, and well-organized materials.
- Strong presentation skills, including the ability to lead trainings, explain complex issues clearly, and engage stakeholders and partners.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and varying abilities, both independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule that may include occasional evenings, weekends, and travel across Virginia.
- Sound judgment, discretion, and diplomacy.
- Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
- Commitment to treating colleagues, partners, clients, and stakeholders with respect.
This is a full-time position and is primarily remote but may require in-office attendance for meetings up to four times a month.
Para solicitarlo
If this sounds like you, please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications to jobs@homeofva.org with “Fair Housing Legal Fellow” in the subject line.
This position will remain open until filled. Review of applications will begin Monday, May 25, 2026.
Hiring salary is $70,000 per year, or $75,000 for applicants who have completed a judicial clerkship. This is a Virginia-based position, and HOME will provide relocation assistance for a successful candidate who must move to accept the role.
HOME is committed to employee engagement and to fostering a healthy, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes employer-paid health and dental insurance, a flexible work schedule, and employer contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan. Our generous holiday and leave policies are designed to support rest and promote a meaningful work-life balance.
Job Type: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Schedule: Monday through Friday
Work Setting: Hybrid work environment, including one day per week in the office and attendance at the monthly all-staff meeting.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Richmond, Virginia.
HOME is an equal opportunity employer with an accessible workplace and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, creed, disability, national origin, gender identity, political or union affiliation, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
About HOME of VA
Housing Opportunities Made Equal of Virginia (HOME of VA) is the Commonwealth’s only statewide fair housing nonprofit – the sole organization here rooting out discrimination in the real estate market while connecting Virginians with safe, stable homes.
We don’t build housing – we build housing opportunities. HOME of VA emerged in 1971 to bolster the Fair Housing Act – the landmark civil rights law that established broad antidiscrimination protections. We have remained on the case ever since, through rigorous investigations, precedent-setting cases argued before the US Supreme Court, and ongoing defense of Virginians’ housing rights. We exist to address housing-related systemic inequities perpetuated by segregation and systemic discriminatory practices, which result in wealth inequality and housing instability. For decades, we have also offered housing counseling and education programs to empower the communities we serve to break down enduring barriers.
HOME is seeking a Fair Housing Advocate to support individuals who have experienced housing discrimination through direct advocacy, investigation, and community engagement. The Fair Housing Advocate to assist in our fair housing enforcement and investigations efforts throughout the state of Virginia.
Job Summary
The Fair Housing Advocate advances HOME’s fair housing enforcement and investigations efforts throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. In this role, the Fair Housing Advocate works directly with individuals who have experienced housing discrimination, advocating on their behalf through negotiation with housing providers and participation in administrative complaint processes, while also contributing to broader advocacy initiatives across the organization.
As a member of HOME’s Enforcement and Investigations Team, the Fair Housing Advocate investigates allegations of housing discrimination by coordinating fair housing testing, gathering and analyzing evidence, and developing case findings. The position also provides advice and counseling to clients, supports HOME’s fair housing enforcement efforts, and helps educate the community about fair housing rights.
This position is well-suited for someone who is passionate about civil rights, enjoys both direct client work and investigative advocacy, and is eager to contribute to both individual and systemic change.
Duties and responsibilities
- Assist with intakes from clients alleging housing discrimination, including counseling, advocacy, and making appropriate referrals.
- Coordinate and lead fair housing investigations throughout Virginia, including research, case development, data analysis and test coordination.
- Summarize investigative results that leads to actionable next steps.
- Conduct and coordinate tester training, interviews, debriefings, and test analyses.
- Conduct trainings in Fair Housing-related topics for a wide variety of audiences.
- Participate in community education activities that promote housing opportunities and knowledge of housing rights.
- Conduct in-person and virtual interviews of witnesses and serve as a fact witness when necessary.
- Maintain organized case files and adhere to department protocols for handling evidence; maintain detailed and accurate time records, and case records.
- Assist with complaint resolution, including drafting and filing administrative complaints on behalf of clients.
- Maintain a working level of knowledge about housing laws. This includes fair housing, fair lending, consumer protection and landlord-tenant laws; the theory and practice of fair housing testing; investigations; administrative and legal procedures, remedies, and their application to real-life situations.
- Responder a las oportunidades de promover la misión de HOME y realizar otras tareas asignadas y priorizadas por la dirección de HOME.
Lo que debe llevar
We are seeking a candidate with passion for advocating for people and combating discrimination, with an interest in advancing civil rights through community advocacy and investigations. The ideal candidate will bring curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn in new and evolving situations, along with an interest in both individual client advocacy and broader systemic change.
HOME values staff with diverse personal, educational, and professional experiences, and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds. Even if you do not meet every qualification below, we encourage you to apply if you are excited about our mission and believe you would be a strong fit. While no one candidate is expected to possess all of the following attributes, an ideal candidate will bring many of them:
- Compromiso sincero y demostrado con los derechos civiles, la justicia social y la equidad racial.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to connect and build relationships with others.
- Muy atractivo, con una mentalidad de servicio al cliente y un estilo de trabajo colaborativo.
- Creativity and thoroughness in pursuing fair housing investigations geared toward creating systemic change.
- Ability to effectively manage complicated, long-term projects.
- Demonstrated ability to write reports, business correspondence and other organizational materials.
- Ability to present information clearly and effectively and respond to inquiries and commentary from housing advocacy and consumer groups, housing industry organizations, members of the public and private sectors, and the general public.
- Flexibility and willingness to commit to successful completion of assigned tasks, projects and programs.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend events, as well as occasional travel across the state.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and database tools.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse team.
- Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
- Commitment to treat colleagues, partners, clients, and stakeholders with respect.
Para solicitarlo
If this sounds like you, please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications to jobs@homeofva.org with “Fair Housing Advocate” in the subject line.
This position will remain open until filled. Review of applications will begin Monday, May 25.
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $59,200 – 62,400 per year. Salary will be commensurate with experience. This is a Virginia-based position, and HOME will provide some relocation assistance for a successful candidate who must move to accept the role.
HOME is committed to employee engagement and to fostering a healthy, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes employer-paid health and dental insurance, a flexible work schedule, and employer contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan. Our generous holiday and leave policies are designed to support rest and promote a meaningful work-life balance.
Job Type: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Schedule: Monday through Friday
Work Setting: Hybrid work environment, including one day per week in the office and attendance at the monthly all-staff meeting.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Richmond, Virginia.
HOME is an equal opportunity employer with an accessible workplace and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, creed, disability, national origin, gender identity, political or union affiliation, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
