Staff Attorneys, Housing Law Practice (immediate hire)

August 7

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Demand Justice

Housing Law • Family Law • Benefits Law • Consumer Law • Education law

501 - 1000

Description

• Conduct intake and provide full legal representation in housing court proceedings • Litigate cases in housing court, administrative forums, appellate courts, and other courts on behalf of people facing eviction • Develop expertise in housing court practice, housing programs and subsidies, and public benefits • Provide legal advice and counseling to tenants as needed • Conduct neighborhood-based legal clinics and know-your-rights workshops • Identify trends for potential impact litigation • Provide trainings to other advocates, tenant associations, community members, and community groups

Requirements

• A J.D. from an accredited law school and admission (or seeking admission) to practice law in the State of New York • Demonstrated commitment to social justice and working in low-income communities and communities of color to advance equity • Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and conduct community outreach in low-income neighborhoods • Excellent advocacy, analytic, writing, and leadership skills • Strong time management and organization skills including the ability to handle a diverse, fast-paced caseload • Experience in housing, landlord/tenant, or related advocacy, preferred • Fluency or proficiency in either Spanish or a language other than English is preferred

Benefits

• Numerous opportunities for growth and professional development • Access to the internal Justice Learning Center for free CLEs and trainer experience • Strong focus on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) • Encouragement for employees to maintain up-to-date COVID vaccinations