LEGAL AID SOCIETY
OF NORTHEASTERN NEW YORK
SENIOR LEGAL
SERVICES STAFF ATTORNEY
Responsibilities: The Attorney will be responsible for doing
outreach, community legal education, advice, brief service and legal
representation to elders living in Albany County (approximately .80 FTE) and
Rensselaer County (.20fte). Case work
includes advice, brief service and representation on consumer issues, wills and estates, housing,
Social Security Disability, public benefits, including administrative hearings
and issues involving elder abuse, grandparents' rights, Medicare, Medicaid,
long term care, nursing homes, EPIC and guardianship. Responsibilities include
extensive off site intake, and monthly demographic and outcome reporting.
Qualifications: 2-6 years' prior
legal experience or equivalent. Admitted
to New York State Bar. Demonstrated
commitment to providing high quality legal services to clients in a variety of
civil matters. Must be willing to make a two year commitment to the Legal Aid
Society. Must be able to communicate
effectively with clients and staff, and work independently and
efficiently. Ability to handle and
advise on a wide variety and high volume of civil legal matters. Good computer
skills including accurate and quick data entry.
Must have vehicle and clean, valid driver's license. Prior relevant legal experience, ability to
speak Spanish is a plus.
Program Profile: The Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New
York is a publicly funded law firm which provides free civil legal services to
low-income individuals. Our current
priorities include cases and matters in the following priority areas: Support
for Families; Preserving the Home; Maintaining Economic Stability; Maintaining
Safety, Stability and Health; and Serving Populations with Special
Vulnerabilities
Salary: $48,245 - $59,700 DOE; excellent benefits including limited loan repayment
assistance for eligible applicants.
Closing Date: COB Friday, June 30, 2017
To
apply, please go to www.lasnny.org OR
1)
Complete the Application linked here, or the mobile-friendly application linked here
2)
Complete the Demographic Survey linked here
No
applications will be accepted without a writing sample, cover letter and
resume.
We are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer. Minorities, women, the
elderly, LGBT persons and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to
apply.
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