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Posted by: Gregory Dewan - 9/24/2021
Job Expires: 11/1/2021
Family Law Attorney

About Hiscock Legal Aid: Hiscock Legal Aid (HLA), founded in 1949, is a non-profit agency located in Syracuse, New York and is the primary provider of legal services to low-income individuals in Central New York. HLA promotes the right of every person to equal justice under the law by providing high-quality legal assistance to individuals and families in need. For more information, please visit www.hlalaw.org.

About the Position: Hiscock Legal Aid seeks an attorney to represent adult clients in Onondaga County Family Court matters including Family Offense/Order of Protection, Abuse/Neglect, Custody/Visitation and Support Violation cases. Come be part of a high-volume, fast-paced law office offering high quality, client-centered representation to people in need. We value passionate, knowledgeable attorneys who zealously advocate for their clients and who can operate both independently and as part of a collaborative team. We strive to provide holistic representation to our clients, and our Family Court Program frequently coordinates with our Civil, Immigration, Appeals, and Parole Programs to ensure we are providing the best service to our clients. Law assistants and other support staff, including a staff social worker, provide support to our attorneys.

Require Qualifications: Demonstrated commitment to public-interest law and to serving low-income persons. Admission or pending admission to New York Bar.

Preferred Qualifications: Ability to multi-task while remaining detail-oriented. Strong written and oral advocacy skills. Diverse economic, social, and/or cultural experiences.

Salary: $50,000-$70,000 annually, plus benefits

Benefits: Excellent fringe benefits including generous leave, health, dental, and optical insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, and a great work environment.

Start Date: As soon as possible.

Application Instructions: Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to Gregory W. Dewan, Esq., Deputy Executive Director, at hiring@hlalaw.org.

The position will be open until filled.

Hiscock Legal Aid is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, and communities to apply.

 
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