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Real Estate Attorney in Bronx, NY

Bronx Legal Services Jul 28,2020 Jun 20,2019 Location USA Bronx NY
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Public Interest

Attorney

Real Estate

Min 2 yrs required

Profile

Supervising Attorney, Housing The candidate will join the eviction prevention and anti-displacement housing practice. Responsibilities include directly supervising the practice of several housing staff attorneys in the full range of housing matters handled by the unit and maintaining a small caseload. Will work closely with the Housing Unit Deputy Directors and co-supervisors to shape the direction of the Housing Unit, develop and strengthen relationships with partner community organizations, handle administrative and grant responsibilities and identify systemic housing-related trends that could be affected by strategic litigation. Oversee a committed team of attorneys and staff representing low-income and elderly Bronx residents and will be expected to work closely with tenant organizers, tenant associations and community partners to identify and address housing needs. Oversee and conduct weekday, evening, and weekend outreach and off-site intake with our partners. Support the work of attorneys and staff, and the day-to-day functioning of the housing unit. Supervise regular appearances in civil, supreme, and federal court and administrative proceedings, review draft pleadings, motions, and court submissions, and support the filing of affirmative cases on behalf of tenants and tenant groups. Proficiency in a second language spoken by members of client communities (primarily Spanish) is preferred.

Additional info

Job #: 64_2019. Send cover letter, resume, 1+ recent writing sample, and the names of 3 references with "Bronx Housing Supervising Attorney Position" in the subject line. No phone calls.

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