- Member in good standing of the New York State Bar; or out of state admission with eligibility and willingness to be admitted in NYS. Will consider 2023 law school graduates who plan to take the NYS Bar Exam
- Understanding of the nature and dynamics of housing and benefits.
- Ability to handle a large caseload.
- Excellent people skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders.
- Valid Driver License and access to own vehicle.
- Two or more years of legal experience, including litigation, preferably with background in housing.
- Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income persons with prior experience in legal services or similar program.
- Salary: DOE, union scale, with excellent benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability coverages, as well as a defined contribution to 403b, loan repayment assistance and paid parental leave. After a brief probationary period, this position may permit work from home up to two days per week.
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Description
Staff Attorney
We're OperationsInc, a Human Resources consulting company. Our client (LSHV) provides free, high-quality legal counsel in civil matters when basic human needs are at stake including: eviction and foreclosure prevention, domestic violence, disability, elder law, healthcare, consumer fraud and more. Their services support almost 600,000 poor and low-income families and individuals who cannot afford an attorney in the seven-county NY service area. They are looking for a Housing Staff Attorney to join their team in their Mount Vernon and Yonkers, New York offices.
They are dedicated to building a highly skilled workforce that reflects the diverse communities they serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. They are committed to racial justice and promoting equity for all. Respect is a cornerstone of relationships among the staff.
Position Description:
Our client has immediate openings in their Mt. Vernon, NY and Yonkers, NY offices for a full-time Staff Attorney to work on housing matters. The Attorney will also serve low-income individuals and families with matters including eviction, unlawful lockouts, habitability issues and succession rights challenges. As many clients have protected housing or have specialized housing vouchers, the work will include section 8 and other hearings on voucher changes or terminations. The position will cover Westchester County.
Duties of the Position: individual case work, administrative advocacy and litigation in city courts and justice courts, including appellate practice, and education and outreach efforts directed at community members, advocates and service providers. The person hired will also be expected to adhere to program and case handling standards, funder requirements, the highest professional standards, and be available as a resource and access to justice communities. Occasional appearances in night court pertaining to housing matters will be required.
Qualifications:
Preferred:
