- Represents clients in administrative proceedings and hearings before the Administrative Law Judges to maintain and obtain SSDI/SSI benefits.
- Provides direct and comprehensive legal services to eligible clients including but not limited to advice, negotiation and administrative advocacy.
- Maintain accurate records and statistics for the coordination of timely reports.
- Effectively, efficiently and objectively will communicate/interview applicants/clients for services over the phone or in person.
- Prepare and file pleadings, motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Independently manage a caseload.
- Manage data related to grant reporting process.
- Accurately and timely record billable time and case notes in our case management system.
- Work professionally and collaboratively with colleagues, judges, opposing counsel, court personnel, community members, bar associations, etc.
- Show commitment to professional growth in diverse areas of law.
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Staff Attorney - Binghamton, United States - Legal Aid Society of Mid New York Inc
Description
Job Description
Job DescriptionEXTERNAL JOB POSTING
POSITION TITLE Staff Attorney
PRACTICE AREA/DEPARTMENT Disability Advocacy Program (DAP)
OFFICE LOCATION Utica, Syracuse, Binghamton, Oswego, Oneonta, Watertown
SALARY RANGE $70,000 - $100,540 (DOE)
SUPERVISOR Managing Attorney
POSTING DATE May 1, 2024
MISSION STATEMENT
The Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York (LASMNY), Inc. is actively seeking dynamic full-time Staff Attorneys to represent clients for its Disability Advocacy Program (DAP). This includes representing eligible clients in administrative proceedings and hearings before the Social Security Administration.
JOB SUMMARY
The Staff Attorney represents clients in administrative proceedings and hearing before the Social Security Administration. Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to LASMNY's mission and value of justice. This position reports to the Managing Attorney.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
BENEFITS
LASMNY offers a generous benefit package Most benefits available date of hire. Medical, Vision, Dental, Medical Waiver Program (if eligible), Basic/Voluntary Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Savings Accounts, 403(b), Employer Contributing SEP/IRA, Mileage Reimbursement, Professional Development, CLE Registration Fees, Attorney Registration Fees, Local & NYS Bar Dues, Vacation, Sick, Personal, Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Bar Exam Leave, Employee Assistance Plan, Relocation Assistance, Parking, Loan Repayment/Public Service Loan Forgiveness and (14) Holidays.
APPLICATION PROCESS
We encourage interested, qualified candidates to apply for this position by sending a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references to
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