Duties/Responsibilities:
• Provide full representation on a variety of legal issues including, but not limited to: family court cases, matrimonial cases, debtor/creditor cases, housing cases, health care cases, discrimination cases, public benefits cases, HIV confidentiality and disclosure, as well as drafting wills, guardianships, and name change petitions
• Conduct client intakes
• Collaborate with the other staff attorney funded under the DOH contract
• Track and report required data about the work in a timely and accurate manner
• Provide trainings on confidentiality requirements
• Conduct outreach to social service providers, organizations that provide services to people with HIV/AIDS, and to clients
• Train/supervise student interns
• Monitor and interact with subcontractors
• Coordinate with pro bono attorneys relating to referred cases
• Most of the work will be in and around the Buffalo area, however, some travel will be required as the work under this contract encompasses the 8 counties of Western New York
• Variety of other duties and projects
Requirements/Skills - Required:
• Admitted to practice law in NY
• Ability to work cooperatively with fellow staff, supervisors, interns, and pro bono attorneys
• The means and willingness to travel (a driver’s license and regular access to a vehicle are required)
• Strong oral and written advocacy skills, as well as strong research skills
• Willingness to work independently while also taking direction and operating as part of a team
• Organizational skills to juggle many cases efficiently
• Must be comfortable making presentations to groups
Requirements/Skills – Preferred:
• 1+ years of experience in family law and matrimonial law
• demonstrated commitment to representing low-income individuals and other vulnerable populations
TO APPLY: Please send a resume, writing sample, and a cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications. Include contact information for 3 references and send your materials to: Charles Case, Supervising Attorney, ECBA Volunteer Lawyers Project, Inc. at ccase@ecbavlp.com. Applications will be reviewed as received.
VLP is an equal opportunity employer. Salary depends upon experience. Excellent benefits including fully paid health insurance, a cafeteria plan for dependent care and transportation costs, long term disability insurance, life insurance, 403b plan, Simple Employee Pension Plan, and generous leave time. Employee paid dental insurance is also available. The work atmosphere is congenial, respectful, and flexible.
For information on VLP, see www.ecbavlp.com
This position will work out of our Buffalo, NY office with the possibility of some remote work after an introductory period.
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