Responsibilities:
• Provide representation, including litigation and court appearances, on legal
issues including, but not limited to: family law, matrimonial, debtor/creditor law, housing, healthcare, discrimination, public benefits, HIV confidentiality and disclosure, guardianships, name changes, along with wills and other related end-of-life and advanced-planning instruments
• Conduct client intakes
• Collaborate with VLP’s other DOH-funded Staff Attorney
• Track and report required client and file data in a timely and accurate manner
• Train staff, vendors, and/or subcontractors on HIV confidentiality
• Conduct outreach to social service providers, clients, and organizations that serve people with HIV/AIDS
• Train/supervise student interns
• Monitor and facilitate a supportive services program staffed by a MSW intern
• Coordinate with pro bono attorneys on referred cases
• Some minimal travel in and around Western New York’s eight counties
• Other duties and projects as assigned
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 cases efficiently
• Comfortable presenting to groups
Requirements/Skills – Preferred:
• 1+ years of experience in family law and matrimonial law
• Demonstrated commitment to representing low-income individuals and vulnerable populations
TO APPLY: Please send a resume, writing sample, and cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications. Include contact information for 3 references and send your materials to: Sara Stoessel, Deputy Supervising Attorney, ECBA Volunteer Lawyers Project, Inc. at sstoessel@ecbavlp.com
BENEFITS: Salary depends upon experience. VLP provides excellent benefits including fully paid health insurance, long term disability insurance, life insurance, a Simple Employee Pension Plan, and generous leave time. Dental insurance, FSA and Dependent Care FSA, and 403b plans are also available through employee contributions. The work atmosphere is congenial, respectful and flexible.
This position will work out of our Buffalo, NY office with an optional hybrid remote work schedule after the successful completion of the introductory period.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required unless the individual qualifies for a reasonable accommodation as required under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the New York State Human Rights Law and/or guidance from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. VLP may grant requests for reasonable accommodations to this requirement on the basis of disability or sincerely held religious beliefs.
VLP is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or marital status. For information on VLP, see www.ecbavlp.com |