Description:
A Non-Profit Organization has an immediate opening in our Mt. Vernon office for a full time General Practice Staff Attorney to work on Landlord & Tenant, Public Benefits, and other civil matters. The attorney will serve low-income individuals and families living in Westchester County with legal matters that involve eviction prevention and terminations of government benefits.Duties of the Position: Individual client representation, litigation in state and federal courts as well as administrative hearings and appellate practice. The person hired will be expected to handle a high-volume case load in an often fast passed and demanding environment. Participation in community legal education and outreach activities directed at community members, advocates and service providers. Additionally, the person hired will also be expected to adhere to program and case handling standards, funder requirements, the highest professional standards, and be available as a resource to LSHV staff and access to justice communities.
Qualifications:
- Member in good standing of the New York State Bar; or?out?of?state?admission with?eligibility?and willingness to be admitted in NYS. LSHV will consider 2023 law school graduates who have passed or plan to take the NYS Bar Exam
- Understanding of the nature and dynamics of housing and benefits;
- Ability to handle a large caseload;
- Excellent people skills;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders;
- Valid Driver License and access to own vehicle.
Preferred:
- Two or more years of legal experience, including litigation, preferably with background in housing;
- Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income persons with prior experience in legal services or similar program.
