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Staff Attorney - Eviction Prevention
Bath, NY Organization **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (LawNY®) H1: Staff Attorney - Eviction Prevention H2: Join Our Team at LawNY® in Bath, New York H2: Responsibilities and Qualifications H2: Compensation and Benefits H2: About LawNY® and Our Commitment to Diversity H2: How to Apply for the Staff Attorney Position Join our team at LawNY® in Bath, New York and make a difference in the lives of low-income individuals and families facing housing crises. As a Staff Attorney in our Housing Unit, you will provide direct legal representation to clients at risk of homelessness, while also handling related government benefits and subsidized housing matters. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, LawNY® is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Responsibilities: - Maintain a full-time caseload representing eligible clients served by our Eviction Prevention Unit. - Develop and maintain specialized knowledge in housing matters, particularly: landlord-tenant, subsidized housing, and government benefits. - Provide legal services to low income clients and client groups regarding these matters including advice, negotiation, litigation and administrative advocacy. - Interact respectfully with clients from a wide range of backgrounds, with an awareness of the importance of cultural competence and humility. - Collaborate with other LawNY® advocates, human services providers, non-profit organizations and community groups to address legal problems within our community. - Contribute to a safe and healthy work environment for fellow employees. - Maintain a high level of professional competence through attendance of training sessions and conferences. Qualifications: - Admitted to practice and in good standing in New York State. - Demonstrated commitment of service to low-income people. - Litigation and advocacy experience in state and/or federal court and/or administrative forums within at least one related area of poverty law. - Experience incorporating an anti-racist and anti-oppressive lens into legal practice. - An understanding of the concepts of structural and institutional racism and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities. - Strong interpersonal skills, including a commitment to providing trauma-informed services. - Lived experience with our client communities. - Fluency in a language other than English that is spoken by our clients is preferred. Compensation and Benefits: - Starting salary for a Staff Attorney with no experience is $70,000 and increases with experience up to $106,100. - LawNY® provides an excellent package of fringe benefits including employer paid medical, dental, and life insurance, as well as paid time off and a hybrid work schedule. - LawNY® is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to apply. About LawNY® and Our Commitment to Diversity: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (LawNY®) is a not-for-profit law firm that provides free civil legal services to low-income clients in a 14 county area of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, and the Southern Tier. With over 180 employees, including attorneys, paralegals, and a legal support team, LawNY® is committed to equitable inclusion across race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ability, sex, religion, economic circumstances, ethnicity, national origin, and culture. We are dedicated to creating a law firm where diversity and cultural competency are integral components of our work, from client advocacy to internal operations. How to Apply for the Staff Attorney Position: To apply, submit your cover letter, resume, and three professional references through LawNY®’s BambooHR platform. We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the desired competencies. In your cover letter, please also include an explanation of how your lived and/or professional experience or background has prepared you to contribute to our commitment to diversity and inclusion at LawNY®. For any questions or accommodations, please contact Michelle Grillone at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Join our team at LawNY® and make a difference in the lives of low-income individuals and families. Apply now for the Staff Attorney position in Bath, New York. |
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