ASSISTANT MANAGING ATTORNEY, PUBLIC BENEFITS & FAMILY UNITS

3-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Heading: NNJLS Job Openings

Northeast New Jersey Legal Services (NNJLS) provides free legal services to low-income, senior and disabled residents of Hudson, Bergen and Passaic Counties, New Jersey. NNJLS is committed to the principle that all members of society should be treated equally and fairly by our civil justice system and is looking for dynamic employees who want to make a real difference in the lives of those most in need.

NNJLS currently has two job openings for Assistant Managing Attorneys to supervise its Public Benefits and Family Law Units. Both positions are full-time with the ability to work a hybrid schedule. NNJLS offers an attractive salary starting at $83,000 commensurate with experience, and a generous fringe benefits package.

Below are the details for the two job openings:


## Assistant Managing Attorney, Public Benefits Unit

* Location: Northeast New Jersey Legal Services provides services in Bergen, Hudson, and Passaic Counties. Offices are within easy commuting distance from Northern New Jersey and New York City via public transportation.
* Position Description: The Assistant Managing Attorney, along with the Managing Attorney, will supervise the work of all unit case handlers including paralegals. Supervision includes but is not limited to, designing and implementing unit priorities and case handling protocols, providing training to new attorneys, overseeing the overall performance and day-to-day activities of the unit, and working alongside other managers to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of services. The Assistant Managing Attorney will also carry a caseload and participate in community education and outreach. Some travel between offices is required.
* Position Qualifications: The Assistant Managing Attorney must be admitted to practice law in the State of New Jersey and have at least three years of Benefits or Family Law practice experience. Excellent writing and oral advocacy skills are also required. Prior Legal Services experience or a demonstrated commitment to legal assistance for the disadvantaged is preferred. Prior supervisory experience is a plus.
* Salary: NNJLS provides an attractive salary starting at $83,000 commensurate with experience, and a generous fringe benefits package.
* Application: Please submit your resume and a cover letter specifying which position (Asst Managing Attorney, Benefits or Asst Managing Attorney, Family), and detailing your qualifications and interest in the position to:

## Assistant Managing Attorney, Family Unit

* Location: Northeast New Jersey Legal Services provides services in Bergen, Hudson, and Passaic Counties. Offices are within easy commuting distance from Northern New Jersey and New York City via public transportation.
* Position Description: The Assistant Managing Attorney, along with the Managing Attorney, will supervise the work of all unit case handlers including paralegals. Supervision includes but is not limited to, designing and implementing unit priorities and case handling protocols, providing training to new attorneys, overseeing the overall performance and day-to-day activities of the unit, and working alongside other managers to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of services. The Assistant Managing Attorney will also carry a caseload and participate in community education and outreach. Some travel between offices is required.
* Position Qualifications: The Assistant Managing Attorney must be admitted to practice law in the State of New Jersey and have at least three years of Benefits or Family Law practice experience. Excellent writing and oral advocacy skills are also required. Prior Legal Services experience or a demonstrated commitment to legal assistance for the disadvantaged is preferred. Prior supervisory experience is a plus.
* Salary: NNJLS provides an attractive salary starting at $83,000 commensurate with experience, and a generous fringe benefits package.
* Application: Please submit your resume and a cover letter specifying which position (Asst Managing Attorney, Benefits or Asst Managing Attorney, Family), and detailing your qualifications and interest in the position to:

Northeast New Jersey Legal Services (NNJLS) is looking for dynamic employees who want to make a real difference in the lives of those most in need. NNJLS offers an attractive salary starting at $83,000 commensurate with experience, and a generous fringe benefits package. NNJLS is an equal opportunity employer, including supporting individuals with a disability and veterans.

If you are interested in joining the NNJLS team, please submit your resume and a cover letter specifying which position (Asst Managing Attorney, Benefits or Asst Managing Attorney, Family), and detailing your qualifications and interest in the position to: .

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Attractive salary starting at $83,000 commensurate with experience, and a generous fringe benefits package

Legal Writing, Oral Advocacy

Submit your resume and a cover letter specifying which position (Asst Managing Attorney, Benefits or Asst Managing Attorney, Family), and detailing your qualifications and interest in the position to

Qualification and Experience Admission to practice law in the State of New Jersey and have at least three years of Benefits or Family Law practice experience

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