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CAMBA · 2 months ago

Staff Attorney (Housing Unit), CAMBA Legal Services, Brooklyn

Brooklyn, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$84K/yr - $134K/yr

CAMBA is a community organization that provides integrated programs to support New Yorkers in need. The Staff Attorney for the Housing Unit will provide legal representation and advice to clients facing eviction and related housing issues, advocating for their rights in court and ensuring access to affordable housing.

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Responsibilities

Provide direct legal representation and advice to the clients of CAMBA Legal Services

Litigate cases in housing court, administrative forums, and other state courts on behalf of people facing eviction, and in affirmative cases challenging those who threaten Brooklyn residents' ability to retain affordable housing

Regularly appear in court, persuasively advocate for clients, conduct interviews, draft motions, prepare for trial, and negotiate settlements

Qualification

Juris DoctorateNew York State BarHousing lawForeclosure lawLanguage proficiencyAnalytical skillsMulti-taskingWriting skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Juris Doctorate

Must be admitted to New York State Bar or eligible to practice under Judiciary Law and our current Student Practice Order (take all portions of the first available NYS Bar after graduation. If one does not pass all portions the first time, must take the next available NYS Bar examination and pass the entire bar examination. Also eligible to practice under Student Practice Order if one has passed either of the 2 NYS Bar examinations as detailed above)

Demonstrated commitment to poverty law and social justice work

Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills; ability to multi-task in fast-paced environment; excellent organizational skills