Staten Island, NY 10301
United States
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Organization: Legal Aid Society's Civil Practice
Job Title: Supervising Attorney, Housing Justice Tenant Defense (Staten Island)
Salary Range: $99,444 - $163,507
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of legal practice required, experience in government benefits preferred
H1: Supervising Attorney, Housing Justice Tenant Defense (Staten Island)
H2: Join a dedicated team of public interest lawyers at Legal Aid Society's Civil Practice
Bullet Points:
- Seeking experienced and dedicated lawyers for Supervising Attorney position
- Responsible for day-to-day operations of Housing Justice Program and Housing Related Government Benefits
- Supervise team of Housing Attorneys and Paralegal Casehandlers
- Handle eviction defense and affirmative litigation for individual tenants
- Represent low-income tenant associations in proceedings to enforce housing maintenance code
- Coordinate with citywide initiatives related to Housing and Government Benefits
- Develop and maintain relationships with community-based organizations, government agencies, and courts
- Participate in structural and strategical planning for benefits work in assigned neighborhood office
- Conduct community education, training, and outreach
- Mentor and supervise staff, provide leadership, and prioritize legal issues
- Participate in Practice-wide management discussions and decision-making
- Admission to NYS Bar required, willingness to apply for federal court admission
- Proficiency in languages other than English desirable
H2: Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Bullet Points:
- Supervise, mentor, and train staff attorneys and paralegals
- Collaborate with Attorney-in-Charge and supervisory team for effective operations
- Coordinate intake and represent clients in administrative and court proceedings
- Develop and maintain community relationships
- Assign work and approve time off and remote work schedules
- Attend management meetings and utilize current employment policies and practices
- Conduct management and supervision practices that support equity and inclusion in the workplace
- Pursue continuous learning on forms of systemic oppression and establish team norms and management practices using an equity mindset
- Commitment to Legal Aid Society's mission and values
H2: Qualifications
Bullet Points:
- Admission to NYS Bar and willingness to apply for federal court admission
- Minimum of 3 years of legal practice required
- Experience in government benefits required, supervisory experience preferred
- Proficiency in languages other than English desirable
H2: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Bullet Points:
- Knowledge of Housing law and housing benefits law
- Experience litigating in various judicial and administrative forums
- Excellent litigation skills, oral and written advocacy skills
- Demonstrated commitment to public interest law and civil legal services
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a collaborative team model
- Ability to schedule, assign, and manage work and resolve problems
- Ability to create and implement effective communication plans
- Ability to provide meaningful performance feedback and resolve employee conflicts
- Commitment to Legal Aid Society's mission and values
H2: Physical, Environment, Travel, and Other Duties Required
Bullet Points:
- Mostly sedentary position with significant time using computer and video communication
- May require travel within NYC and across the five-borough region
- May require remote or in-person work during non-typical business hours and unforeseen events
H2: Salary and Benefits
Bullet Points:
- Salary range of $99,444 - $163,507
- Generous benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, and more
- Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Eligible for loan repayment assistance from New York state for residents
- Click here for more information on benefits
H2: Work Authorization
Bullet Points:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
- Legal Aid Society is unable to sponsor employment visas or permits
H2: How to Apply
Bullet Points:
- All applications must be completed online via career portal
- Submit cover letter, resume, and writing sample as a combined PDF
- For technical difficulties or questions, email
H2: Equal Employment Opportunity
Bullet Points:
- The Legal Aid Society prohibits discriminatory employment actions and treatment based on personal characteristics
- Affirmative behaviors and inclusive practices are expected from all employees
H2: Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Bullet Points:
- Commitment to zealous advocacy, respect, diversity and inclusion, and excellent representation
- Dedicated to building strong relationships with clients and understanding their diverse circumstances
- Continuous learning on forms of bias and participation in efforts to dismantle bias
- Click here for more information on diversity, equity, and inclusion at Legal Aid Society.
