The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, New York · 2 days ago
Staff Attorney - Housing & Consumer Law Unit
Rochester, New York, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$87K/yr - $107K/yrThe Legal Aid Society of Rochester, New York is dedicated to providing legal assistance to low and middle-income individuals. The Staff Attorney will represent clients in housing and consumer law matters, conduct community outreach, and provide legal education and training.
MedicalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Provide legal counsel and representation in proceedings involving housing and consumer issues. Representation includes, but not limited to:
Draft and/or review all pleadings, motions, and papers
Interview clients
Conduct disclosure and investigation; file motions
Consult and negotiate with other counsel and, as appropriate, other parties
Represent clients at all appearances, hearings, and proceedings
File notices of appeal, settle orders and records and represent clients in other post-dispositional proceedings before the court
Provide legal counsel to first time home buyers
Provide legal counsel to homeowners at risk of foreclosure
Transcribe complete, accurate, and detailed contacts in all cases file through our case management system, LegalServer
Conduct legal research in each case as required
Maintain knowledge of legislative changes and current case law and attending CLE trainings
Consult with and review work of assigned support staff
Conduct community outreach, training, and education. Also providing information regarding housing issues and Legal Aid Society program services
Participate in Legal Aid Society office functions, including program staff meetings and other Legal Aid Society office meetings
Provide legal support to other programs from time to time as may be necessary
Must have reliable transportation, as multi-county travel may be required
The person in this position constantly moves about inside the office and to the courthouse
This person constantly communicates with clients, co-workers, and courtroom staff. Must be able to exchange accurate information
Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment, such as a calculator, copy machine, fax machine, and computer printer
Must be able to frequently carry or pull 5-10 lbs
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor
Admission to the New York Bar
High level of initiative, independence, and self-driven, strategic thinker can work individually and as a team member
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
Excellent negotiating ability
Ability to think and speak quickly and accurately
Respect and consideration towards our clients
Possess strong PC skills to include Word and excel
Benefits
Hybrid Work schedule
Paid Lunch Hour
Employer contributions toward health and dental insurance plans
Up to: 15 days of vacation to start (More based on experience)
96 hours of sick leave
48 hours of personal time
14 paid holidays a year
$600 per year internet stipend
3% match on the 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plan of your choice
5% language differential for being proficient in a program-relevant language
Professional development opportunities
Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer
Company
The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, New York
The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, NY provides civil legal services to residents of Monroe and 13 surrounding counties who otherwise could not afford them.
Founded in 1921
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase