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Staff Attorney
Plattsburgh, NY Organization: Rural Law Center of New York Position: Staff Attorney Experience: Varying levels of experience accepted Salary: Commensurate with experience Employment Type: Full-time Location: Plattsburgh, NY (hybrid opportunities available) About the Organization: - Non-profit agency founded in 1996 - Main office located in Plattsburgh, NY - Primary provider of legal services to low-income individuals in all 44 rural counties of New York - Promotes equal justice under the law - Provides high-quality legal assistance to individuals and families in need Job Description: - Seeking a staff attorney to join the civil law practice - Provide legal counsel and represent clients in various essential life matters - Areas of focus include: Consumer Debts, Education, Employment, Family, Juvenile, Child Support, Custody, Guardianship, Health, Housing, and Income Maintenance - Conduct outreach to target audiences - Provide training and informational sessions to the community - Must adhere to grant requirements Required Qualifications: - Attorney in good standing and active registration with the Unified Court System - Diverse economic, social, and/or cultural experiences - Ability to work independently and as part of a team - Attention to detail - Ability to meet deadlines and requirements - Willingness to travel as required by grant funding Salary and Benefits: - Salary is commensurate with experience - Excellent fringe benefits including generous leave, health, dental, and optical insurance - 403(b) retirement plan and Roth IRA - Great work environment COVID-19 Considerations: - All staff must be vaccinated against COVID-19 Application Instructions: - Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to Heidi Dennis, Executive Director, at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** Equal Opportunity Employer: - Committed to inclusive hiring - Dedicated to diversity in work and staff - Encourages candidates of all identities, experiences, and communities to apply |
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