Staff Attorney, Government Benefits & Disability Advocacy Project

1-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

Summary:

Organization: Staten Island Legal Services (SILS)
Job Title: Staff Attorney, Government Benefits & Disability Advocacy Project (Job#4_2024)
Salary: $74,881 - $135,637 (based on years of experience)
Location: Staten Island, NY (hybrid remote work policy)
Experience: 1+ years of experience in Social Security disability work and/or public benefits law
Education: . from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York
Department: Government Benefits & Disability Advocacy Project
H1: Join SILS as a Staff Attorney for Government Benefits & Disability Advocacy
H2: Advocate for low-income New Yorkers and fight for social and economic justice

- SILS is seeking a Staff Attorney to join their Government Benefits & Disability Advocacy Project.
- The organization focuses on providing high-quality, innovative representation to address legal needs of low-income populations in Staten Island.
- SILS is a part of Legal Services NYC (LSNYC), the largest provider of civil legal services in the country.
- The Staff Attorney will advocate for critical public benefits and health law issues for low-income clients.
- They will also represent clients with disabilities in federal disability claims.
- Responsibilities include interviewing clients, providing legal advice, case investigation, and representing clients in administrative proceedings and court.
- Applicants must have a . and be admitted to practice in New York.
- Strong interest and/or experience in Social Security disability work and public benefits law is preferred.
- Experience working with diverse low-income communities and understanding systemic racism and poverty is required.
- SILS offers a hybrid remote work policy and excellent benefits.
- All employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, with medical or religious exemptions approved.
- Salary is determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement and based on years of experience.
- Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Overall, SILS is seeking a passionate and dedicated Staff Attorney to join their team in advocating for the rights and needs of low-income New Yorkers. With a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, SILS offers opportunities for growth and professional development. Interested individuals can apply by sending their resume, cover letter, and writing sample to . Join SILS in making a difference in the lives of those in need and fighting for a more just and equal society.

Hybrid remote work policy, excellent benefits package

Legal Representation; Advocacy; Litigation; Counseling; Case Investigation; Drafting Legal Documents; Public Benefits Eligibility; Administrative Tasks; Data Reporting; Time Management; Organizational Skills; Leadership; Analytical; Oral and Written Communication; Teaching/Training; Culturally Sensitive Services

J.D. from an accredited law school

Email resume, cover letter, and writing sample to with subject line "SILS GOVERNMENT BENEFITS & DAP STAFF ATTORNEY"

Qualification and Experience J.D. from an accredited law school; Admitted to practice in New York

Legal