The Legal Aid Society is seeking an experienced and talented lawyer with a deep commitment to public interest practice and policy to join a dedicated team of managers, staff attorneys, social workers, supervisors, paralegal casehandlers, and support personnel as the Attorney-in-Charge of the Civil Practice's Harlem Community Law Office.
The Attorney-in-Charge (AIC) is responsible for the overall administration and oversight of approximately 70 staff and may be responsible for the supervision of one of the practice units located in Harlem. The AIC participates in Practice-wide and Society-wide management discussions and decision-making and is responsible for maintaining relationships with other stakeholders in the legal, court, and service communities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
* Together with the Civil Practice Attorney-in-Charge, provide legal and managerial leadership for the Civil Practice in Manhattan
* Responsible for overall office management and operations
* Supervise, mentor, train, and encourage professional development of staff attorneys, paralegals, social workers, and support staff
* Monitor and maintain a high standard of representation and client service
* Maintain reasonable individual caseload
* Develop impact and/or affirmative litigation
* Assist with the development, funding, implementation, and reporting of programs
* Coordinate intake
* Provide oversight of pro bono initiatives within the office
* Respond to client, community, and staff concerns
* Foster and encourage teamwork and communication
* Reinforce and maintain staff accountability
* Develop and maintain community support and relationships with community-based organizations, advocates, government agencies, elected officials, and courts
* Represent the Civil Practice and Legal Aid in the community
* Facilitate and conduct community education, training, and outreach, and promote the work of the office and the Civil Practice
SECONDARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
* Other duties as assigned