Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York, Inc. (LASMNY)

JOB POSTING

Staff Attorneys (Multiple Locations)

Utica | Binghamton | Oneonta | Oswego | Syracuse | Watertown

The Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York, Inc. (LASMNY) is committed to a diverse, well balanced and inclusive workforce. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life to apply for employment opportunities.

LASMNY is a non-profit public interest law firm. We provide free legal information, advice and representation to people who are unable to afford a lawyer. The program area includes (13) counties: Broome, Chenango, Cayuga, Cortland, Delaware, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego and Otsego. In addition, our Farmworker Law Project services the entire New York State out of our New Paltz Office.

LASMNY is actively seeking many dynamic full-time staff attorneys for our Eviction Defense Program. The employment opportunities are available immediately in the office of your choice, as available. Travel will be required. The position reports to the managing attorney.

Essential Job Functions

The staff attorney will provide direct and comprehensive legal services to eligible clients including advice, negotiation, motion practice, discovery and litigation. Specifically, will offer holistic services to clients with financial and other hardships that could result in loss of housing. Will appear in the City, Town, and Village Courts across our region in eviction and warranty of habitability cases. Will engage in education and outreach efforts targeting community members, advocates and service providers. Will comply with all Legal Services Corporation (LSC) regulations, LASMNY policies and procedures and grant-based reporting requirements.

Job Qualifications

The successful candidate must be admitted to the New York State (NYS) Bar. Law Graduates with strong writing backgrounds may be considered. Trial experience is preferred. Commitment to serving indigent community members. Three to five years of legal experience preferred. The candidate will demonstrate excellent written and verbal advocacy, legal research, problem solving and organizational skills. Ability to work independently, efficiently and collaboratively with individuals both within and outside LASMNY. Bilingual or multilingual a plus.

LASMNY offers a generous benefit package

Most benefits available as of date of hire. Medical, Vision, Dental, Basic/Voluntary Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Savings Accounts, 403(b), SEP/IRA, Mileage Reimbursement, Training, CLE Registration Fees, Attorney Registration Fee, Local & NYS Bar Dues, Vacation, Sick, Personal, Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Bar Exam Leave, EAP, Moving Expenses, Parking, Loan Repayment, Relocation Assistance and (14) Holidays.

Salary

Admitted to the NYS Bar Estimated salary range is $60,000 - $90,540, dependent on experience.

Law Graduate Estimated salary range is $58,000 - $59,000, dependent on experience.

Application Process - We encourage interested qualified applicants to apply for this position by providing a cover letter, resume, writing sample and contact information, with email addresses, for three (3) professional references at jobs@LASMNY.org.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer

Visit us at www.lasmny.org