Co-Managing Attorney

10-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Co-Managing Attorney - Lead and Strategize for Justice

Posted: December 11, 2023

Location: Buffalo, NY

Department: Management, Non-Union

Salary Range: $110k+, based on experience

Organization: Center for Elder Law & Justice

About Us:

The Center for Elder Law & Justice (CELJ) is a civil legal services organization dedicated to fighting for justice for low-income older adults in 10 counties in Western New York. Our team of attorneys work tirelessly to protect the rights of our clients and ensure their independence and dignity are preserved. We also advocate for policy changes and work with local leaders to improve the lives of vulnerable older adults in our community.

Job Summary:

As the Co-Managing Attorney, you will play a crucial role in the Senior Leadership Team and work closely with the CEO to support the overall goals and vision of the agency. You will provide strategic leadership and guidance to a team of Supervising Attorneys and oversee program operations and legal work. We are looking for a candidate with strong legal experience and a commitment to serving the community.

Responsibilities:

- Provide supervision and support to assigned units, including overseeing all case files and conducting regular case review meetings.
- Assign cases and balance caseloads for employees in assigned units.
- Collaborate with HR to ensure compliance and quality control for attorney and paralegal training.
- Manage performance and provide ongoing support and feedback to Supervising Attorneys through one-on-one meetings and annual reviews.
- Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team on cultural leadership and development, new program development, recruiting and relationship building, diversity and inclusion efforts, and policy development and enforcement.
- Represent the agency at board meetings, committee meetings, and community outreach events.
- Maintain and develop relationships with funders, community leaders, and other organizations to collaborate on efforts to improve the lives of our clients.
- Oversee satellite offices and provide back-up as needed for temporary staff shortages.
- Travel and work evening/weekend hours as required.

Requirements:

- JD and admitted to practice in NY.
- 10+ years of legal experience preferred.
- Background in legal services with a strong commitment to serving the community.
- Solution-driven and able to lead and persuade staff.
- Credible, discrete, and operates with a high level of integrity.
- Able to handle highly confidential and privileged information with honesty and trustworthiness.

Benefits:

- Generous vacation and sick time.
- Fourteen holidays a year, plus two half-day holidays.
- Summer hours between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
- Encouragement of professional development.
- Eligible for Federal Loan Forgiveness.
- Travel reimbursement.
- 401k contribution after 1 year of service.

Join Our Team:

At CELJ, we believe that justice is achieved through independence and dignity. If you share our passion for protecting the rights of older adults and advocating for change, we encourage you to apply. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate based on sex, race, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

To Apply:

Send your cover letter and resume to Rachel Haseley, Chief Human Resources Officer, at . We look forward to hearing from you!

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Generous vacation and sick time, 14 holidays per year, summer hours, professional development opportunities, eligibility for federal loan forgiveness, travel reimbursement, 401k contribution after 1 year of service.

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Legal experience, leadership, problem-solving, persuasion, staff management, performance management, relationship building, policy development, compliance, quality control, public speaking, communication, community outreach, supervision, training, grant writing, diversity and inclusion.

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Send cover letter and resume to Rachel Haseley, Chief Human Resources Officer

Qualification and Experience JD degree, admission to practice in NY, 10+ years of legal experience

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