Legal Services of the Hudson Valley · 2 months ago
Staff Attorney-Housing, Peekskill, NY
Peekskill, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$77K/yr - $130K/yr
1+ years expLegal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) is seeking a full-time staff attorney to work on housing matters in Peekskill, NY. The role involves providing legal assistance to low-income individuals and families in various housing-related issues, including eviction and unlawful lock-outs, while also engaging in administrative advocacy and litigation.
Legal
Responsibilities
Individual case work
Administrative advocacy and litigation in city courts and justice courts
Including appellate practice
Education and outreach efforts directed at community members, advocates and service providers
Adhere to program and case handling standards
Funder requirements
The highest professional standards
Be available as a resource to LSHV staff and access to justice communities
Occasional appearances in night court pertaining to housing matters
Qualification
Required
Admission to the New York State Bar or passed the NY bar and awaiting admission; or out of state admission with eligibility for pro hac vice status; we will consider 2025 law graduates who plan to sit for the NYS Bar Exam
One or more years of legal experience, including litigation and handling high volume caseload
Excellent people skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle high stress situations
Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders
Valid driver's license and own transportation
Preferred
Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income persons with prior experience in legal services or similar program
English/Spanish bi-lingual
Benefits
Excellent benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability coverages
Defined contribution to 403b
Loan repayment assistance
Paid parental leave
Company
Legal Services of the Hudson Valley
Legal Services of the Hudson Valley is to provide free, high-quality counsel in civil matters for poor & low-income individuals & families.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Rachel Chazin-Halperin
Chief Executive Officer
Lara Kasper-Buckareff
Chief Operating Officer
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