Fall 2024 Housing Staff Attorneys/Law Graduates

Max 20 yrs required

Full-time

No

Fall 2024 Housing Staff Attorneys/Law Graduates at Legal Services NYC

- Legal Services NYC (LSNYC) is seeking fall 2024 Housing Staff Attorneys and Law Graduates to join their team.
- LSNYC has been fighting poverty and working towards racial, social, and economic justice for low-income New Yorkers for over 50 years.
- They challenge systemic injustices and provide legal services to help clients meet basic needs such as housing, income, economic security, family and immigration stability, education, and healthcare.
- LSNYC is the largest civil legal services provider in the country with over 600 staff members across all five boroughs of New York City.
- They partner with various organizations and individuals to maximize their effectiveness in fighting discrimination and achieving equity for low-income New Yorkers.
- LSNYC offers professional development opportunities, including access to their internal Justice Learning Center and a focus on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB).
- Non-managerial staff at LSNYC are part of a union and enjoy a generous benefits and compensation package, including exceptional healthcare, dental and vision insurance, vacation days, sick days, and a Loan Repayment Assistance Program.
- LSNYC staff can work remotely up to 50% of the time, depending on their job duties.

Housing Practice at LSNYC:

- LSNYC is seeking law graduates and/or staff attorneys to join their Fall 2024 class of Right to Counsel (RTC) attorneys.
- These attorneys will work in neighborhood-based offices representing tenants in eviction defense and other proceedings, as part of LSNYC's work to implement New York City's groundbreaking Right to Counsel law.
- The anticipated start date for this position is September 9, 2024.
- The Right to Counsel law was passed in 2017 and provides income-eligible tenants with the right to an attorney when facing eviction in housing court.
- LSNYC's housing practice involves representing low-income tenants in various settings, including defending them in eviction proceedings, handling appeals, and bringing affirmative litigation.
- The work of RTC Housing Unit attorneys also includes conducting community outreach, providing legal information and advice, and performing trainings for other advocates and community members.
- LSNYC is looking for candidates who are passionate about working in a fast-paced environment and using creative strategies to pursue justice.
- This position offers opportunities for growth and development in housing court practice, housing programs and subsidies, and public benefits.

Responsibilities:

- Conducting intake and providing full legal representation to tenants facing eviction in NYC housing courts through the right to counsel initiative.
- Litigating cases in various forums on behalf of clients, including housing court, administrative hearings, appellate courts, and state and federal courts.
- Developing expertise in housing court practice, housing programs and subsidies, and public benefits.
- Providing legal advice and counseling to tenants.
- Conducting neighborhood-based legal clinics and workshops.
- Identifying potential impact litigation by identifying trends and recurring issues.
- Providing trainings to other advocates and community members.

Qualifications:

- Must have a . from an accredited law school and be admitted (or seeking admission) to practice law in the State of New York.
- Demonstrated commitment to social justice and working in low-income communities and communities of color.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to conduct community outreach in low-income neighborhoods.
- Strong advocacy, analytic, writing, and leadership skills.
- Strong time management and organization skills, including the ability to handle a fast-paced caseload.
- Experience in housing, landlord/tenant, or related advocacy is preferred.
- Fluency or proficiency in Spanish or another language frequently used by clients is preferred.

Salary Information (based on years of experience):

- 1-10 years: $74,881 - $98,355
- 11-20 years: $100,605 - $118,773
- 21+ years: $124,254 - $135,637

Application Process:

- Interested candidates can submit their application through the provided link.

Legal Services NYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

- LSNYC welcomes and encourages applications from people of color, women, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals over the age of 40.
- They are committed to creating a work environment where everyone can bring their full selves to the job.
- People with diverse backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.

Not mentioned

Healthcare, Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Vacation Days, Sick Days, Loan Repayment Assistance Program

Fluency/proficiency in Spanish or other language commonly used by clients preferred

Legal Representation, Litigation, Legal Advice, Community Outreach, Impact Litigation, Training, Advocacy, Writing, Leadership, Time Management, Organization, Fluency in Spanish or other language commonly used by clients

J.D. from accredited law school

Submit application through designated link

Qualification and Experience J.D. from an accredited law school, admission to practice law in the State of New York

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