Building Service 32BJ Benefit Funds · 1 week ago
Staff Attorney (Family Law)
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$91K/yr - $91K/yr
1+ years expBuilding Services 32BJ Benefit Funds is an organization that administers various benefits to over 100,000 SEIU 32BJ members. The Staff Attorney will provide legal services and representation in Family Law to eligible members, ensuring their legal rights are protected and guiding them through legal processes.
EducationNon ProfitTraining
Responsibilities
Provide high-quality legal representation to members in Family Law, including litigation before courts and other relevant venues, ensuring legal rights are fully protected
Conduct thorough client consultations to assess legal issues, explain options, and formulate a strategic plan of action, with guidance from Directors
Prepare, draft, and file legal pleadings, stipulations, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents accurately and within required deadlines
Review, revise, and proofread legal documents and correspondence to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations
Regularly update Directors and team on case progress through written reports, providing recommendations and next steps as needed
Obtain, organize, and manage court records, case files, and evidence in accordance with legal procedures and office protocols
Establish and maintain effective communication with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other stakeholders to facilitate case resolution
Maintain organized, up-to-date, and detailed records of all case activities and documents in case management software, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards
Perform comprehensive legal research to support case strategy and to stay current with developments in Family Law
Demonstrated ability to write clear, persuasive, and well-organized legal documents for both courts and clients
Monitor changes in substantive and procedural law relevant to Family Law, proactively adapting practices to align with updates
Maintain a deep understanding of the coverage and requirements under the Legal Services Plan to ensure services are provided in line with eligibility criteria
Safeguard all confidential client materials and information, adhering to privacy laws and internal policies on confidentiality
Actively participate in regular team meetings, contributing to discussions, sharing insights, and collaborating on projects and case strategies
Attend member information meetings and other outreach activities as directed by supervisory staff, including occasional travel, to promote the Legal Services Fund and engage with the membership
Demonstrated technical dexterity, including proficiency with case management software, digital evidence preparation, electronic filing systems, and AI-assisted tools for drafting, summarizing, and document review, consistent with ethical and confidentiality requirements
Comfort with digital evidence formats (PDF organization, redaction software)
Competency in virtual practice tools (Teams, Zoom court, online meetings)
Maintain a professional demeanor, workspace, and appearance as a representative of the Legal Services Fund
Qualification
Required
JD and authorization to practice law in NYS required
1 to 3 years experience in Family Law
Preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency preferred, but not required
Company
Building Service 32BJ Benefit Funds
The Building Service 32BJ Benefit Funds is the umbrella organization responsible for administering benefits, including Health, Pension, Retirement Savings, Training and Legal Services benefits to over 100,000 SEIU 32BJ members.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Anna McQuere
Assistant Director of Clinical Partnerships
Sabrina Benteftifa
Clinical Partnerships Manager
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