Description:
A Non-Profit Organization has an immediate opening in our Mt Vernon office for a full-time staff attorney to work on matters related to foreclosure prevention primarily in Westchester, Putnam and Rockland Counties. These matters include foreclosure litigation, bankruptcy litigation, and matters related to foreclosure, e.g., probate and administration matters.Duties of the Position: The duties include intake and individual case work, litigation in state and federal courts, including appellate practice, and education and outreach efforts directed at community members and service providers.? 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;
- Three or more years of legal experience, including litigation, or its equivalent;
- Excellent people skills;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Preferred:
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders;
- Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income persons with prior experience in legal services or similar program;
- English/Spanish bilingual.
