Staff Attorney - Housing & Consumer Law Unit

Job Summary:         

To provide legal representation and counsel to low and middle-income litigants in housing and consumer law matters in Monroe, Ontario, and surrounding counties. In addition, the staff attorney will provide community outreach, education, and training to our community partners.    

Essential Functions:

The following duties are normal for the position. They are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.    

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.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

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.

Required Education or Experience:

Juris Doctor.

Admission to the New York Bar

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