Urban Resource Institute (URI) · 2 months ago
Consumer Law Staff Attorney
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$73K/yr - $80K/yr
1+ years expUrban Resource Institute (URI) is the nation’s largest provider of domestic violence shelter services and a leader in supporting homeless families. The Consumer Law Staff Attorney will provide civil legal services focusing on financial advocacy and economic justice for survivors of domestic and gender-based violence residing in URI shelters.
Social
Responsibilities
Provide direct representation, pro se assistance and other financial advocacy in consumer law issues related to identity theft, fraud, and coerced debt, including credit report review, debt assessment, rent arrears, lease termination and negotiations in consumer debt cases brought by creditors
Represent clients in consumer law proceedings in civil court and before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies of government
Develop legal strategies, arguments, and testimonies in preparation for presentation of cases for trials, hearing, and oral arguments
Work closely with the Financial Empowerment Specialist to conduct financial assessments, financial safety planning, debt management, disputes, and related advocacy
Research and analyze statutes, judicial decisions, and regulations to stay informed about new laws impacting consumer rights
Maintain, organize, and update case files in the case management database to ensure services are accurate for reports to funders
Create consumer law trainings for attorneys and social workers who provide services to domestic violence survivors
Develop internal consumer rights workshops for URI staff and shelter residents
Represent URI on coalitions, taskforces and working groups focused on improving systems for survivors of domestic and gender-based violence
Work closely with the Financial Empowerment Specialist to conduct financial assessments and provide related advocacy
Lead on-site legal clinics and provide information and advice on a range of legal issues including family law, orders of protection and immigration
Other duties as requested are based on department, program and/or organizational needs
Qualification
Required
J.D. degree and admission to the New York State Bar, in good standing
At least 1-2 years of civil legal services experience, representing survivors of domestic violence in relevant areas such as family, immigration or consumer law
Creative thinker with superior communication skills
Excellent organizational skills, time management and record keeping skills, including the ability to work independently, assess priorities, take initiative, handle multiple assignments, and meet deadlines
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively and to effectively interact with people from diverse educational, cultural, and professional backgrounds
Demonstrated commitment to working with survivors of domestic and gender-based violence from marginalized communities
Experience collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse team, maintaining a healthy work environment for staff that encourages professionalism, respect, equality, diversity, and continuous improvement
Must be willing to travel within New York City
Will be required to read printed and handwritten materials
Will be required to manipulate the computer mouse and keyboard
Will be required to read information on computer screen
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
Must be able to enter information in digital forms and spreadsheets
Preferred
Bilingual Spanish/English preferred
Company
Urban Resource Institute (URI)
Founded in 1980, Urban Resource Institute (URI) offers innovative client-centered services to help transform the lives of domestic violence survivors and homeless families, with a focus on communities of color and other vulnerable populations.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5MKey Investors
Day One Fund
2018-11-20Grant· $5M
Leadership Team
Anthony Edwards
Chief Financial Officer
Amanda Eckhardt, Ph.D.
Chief Program Officer
Recent News
2024-12-26
Company data provided by crunchbase