Job Description
Organization: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (CoRe) Job Title: Supervising Housing Attorney Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in housing litigation, 5 years of litigation experience in relevant areas preferred Location: Brooklyn/Queens Salary: $90,582 - $135,612 based on years of experience Employment Type: Hybrid, 3 days in office Application Deadline: Rolling basis Contact: Angela Piguave, CFOO, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***
Summary:
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (CoRe) is seeking a Supervising Housing Attorney with a minimum of 3 years of experience in housing litigation to join their team in Brooklyn and Queens. The organization is dedicated to combating gentrification, displacement, social disenfranchisement, and structural injustice through affirmative litigation. The Supervising Attorney will work closely with a coalition of neighborhood organizations and community organizers to preserve and expand affordable housing for lower income residents in the face of rapid gentrification and tenant displacement. The salary for this position ranges from $90,582 to $135,612, based on years of experience, and includes excellent health and other benefits.
Bullet Points:
Organization: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (CoRe) Job Title: Supervising Housing Attorney Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in housing litigation, 5 years of litigation experience in relevant areas preferred Location: Brooklyn/Queens Salary: $90,582 - $135,612 based on years of experience Employment Type: Hybrid, 3 days in office Application Deadline: Rolling basis Contact: Angela Piguave, CFOO, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***
Job Title: Supervising Housing Attorney H1: Join CoRe as a Supervising Housing Attorney H2: Make a Difference in the Fight Against Gentrification and Displacement
The Organization:
CoRe is a legal services organization dedicated to housing and community justice in North and East Brooklyn. They have a 50-year tradition of community lawyering and have worked with neighborhood organizations and organizers to represent hundreds of tenants and tenant associations.
Responsibilities:
Directly supervise staff attorneys in group tenant association representation, fair housing claims, and other litigation matters. Maintain a personal caseload of complex litigation matters. Co-counsel with staff attorneys. Ensure ethical and competent representation. Assist with training and managing caseloads. Work with community partners to improve education on housing issues. Lead community education events. Participate in management meetings and other administrative responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
Admission to the bar of the State of New York. Minimum of 3 years of experience in housing litigation, 5 years preferred. Cultural competence and ability to communicate effectively with diverse backgrounds. Excellent legal writing, litigation, and advocacy skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently, track case data, and meet deadlines. Computer proficiency. Willingness to attend evening meetings and events. Demonstrated ability to publish articles advocating for clients.
Preferred Qualifications:
Second language ability. Experience in housing litigation or similar areas.
CoRe is an equal opportunity employer and offers a hybrid work schedule with 3 days in the office.
To Apply:
Forward a cover letter and resume to Angela Piguave, CFOO at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
Conclusion:
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (CoRe) is seeking a Supervising Housing Attorney to join their team in Brooklyn and Queens. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in housing litigation and a passion for combatting gentrification and displacement. The salary for this position ranges from $90,582 to $135,612, based on years of experience, and includes excellent benefits. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Angela Piguave, CFOO at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.
