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Government and Government Relations Attorney in Jamaica, NY

Queens Legal Services (QLS) Jun 08,2019 Oct 09,2018 Location Jamaica NY
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Public Interest

Attorney

Government and Government Relations

Min 5 yrs required

Profile

Unit Director, Disability Advocacy Project Duties : Be responsible for working with staff to develop and implement a strategic vision for the work of the units. Also work with the units to devise creative, policy and high impact advocacy strategies to address systemic barriers facing people with disabilities and children with special needs. Supervise attorneys and paralegals on a range of litigation including administrative proceedings, appeals and affirmative litigation in State and Federal Court. Also be responsible for strengthening relationships with community partners and elected officials; addressing systemic disability issues; and handling administrative and grant responsibilities. Expected to work collaboratively with and provide leadership for LSNYC's city-wide practices.

Qualification and Experience

Qualification : Must be attorney admitted to the New York State Bar with: A demonstrated expertise in Social Security law and practice, including experience with administrative proceedings before the Social Security Administration and litigation in federal court; A demonstrated expertise in disability and some knowledge of special education law; A demonstrated passion for social justice and a commitment to working with diverse, low-income communities; Excellent analytical, and written and oral communication skills; Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; Basic knowledge of current technology in a law practice.

Additional info

Job #67_2018. Send cover letter, resume, names of three references and two recent writing samples.

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