What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Attorney, Appeals - Eviction Defense Program position at Legal Aid Society of Mid New York Inc?
EXTERNAL JOB POSTING
POSITION TITLE Staff Attorney
PRACTICE AREA/DEPARTMENT Appeals - Eviction Defense Program
OFFICE LOCATION(s) Utica | Binghamton
HOURS 35 Hours per week
SALARY RANGE $86,400 to $119,393 (DOE)
SUPERVISOR Managing Attorney
POSTING DATE: February 13, 2025
APPLICATION DEADLINE Until position is filled
ABOUT
The Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York, Inc. (LASMNY) is a non-profit public interest law firm. We provide free legal information, advice and representation to people who are unable to afford a lawyer. Our staff provides services in the following, thirteen counties: Broome, Chenango, Cayuga, Cortland, Delaware, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego, and Otsego. In addition, our Agricultural Worker Program (AWP) services the entire New York State.
MISSION STATEMENT
LASMNY’s mission is to provide free legal assistance to low-income people facing civil legal problems that impact the basic needs of life. Through legal advice, emergency legal services and legal representation, we help low-income people stabilize their finances, protect themselves and their children from domestic violence, obtain access to healthcare, avoid homelessness as a result of wrongful evictions, protect the family home from foreclosure and increase household income. We also target specific vulnerable populations with our services, such as senior citizens, victims of domestic violence, people with disabilities, refugees and immigrants, and veterans.
JOB SUMMARY
The Staff Attorney provides representation in appeals matters for our Eviction Defense Program. Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to LASMNY’s mission and value of justice. This position reports to the Deputy Director for Program Services.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Draft motions to reargue and/or reconsider local court summary eviction and repair decisions when clear errors exist.
- Appeal local court summary eviction and repair decisions to higher courts.
- Negotiate stipulations relating to appellate issues such as briefing schedules and the content of appellate records.
- Conduct legal research for tenant defense unit, assisting with ongoing litigation.
- Provide motion assistance to tenant defense unit, including motions to dismiss and motions for discovery.
- Train tenant defense unit on how to create a good record for appeal.
- Co-counsel complex affirmative litigation cases with tenant defense attorneys.
- Independently manage a caseload.
- Maintain accurate records and statistics for the coordination of timely reports.
- Manage data related to grant reporting process.
- Accurately and timely record billable time and case notes in our case management system.
- Work professionally and collaboratively with colleagues, judges, opposing counsel, court personnel, community members, bar associations, etc.
- Show commitment to professional growth in diverse areas of law.
- Keep up with knowledge of legal developments including completion of Continuing Legal Education (CLE) courses.
- Engage in outreach and education efforts to reach community members, advocates, and service providers.
- Attend and participate in meetings and trainings as required.
- Regular and predictable attendance.
- Comply with all Legal Services Corporation (LSC) and LASMNY regulations, policies, and procedures, to include but not limited to the Case Management Policy and grant based reporting requirements.
- Perform responsibilities and duties based upon agency needs and requirements as assigned by the supervisor.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
- Law degree from an accredited law school.
- Law journal experience preferred.
- Licensed to practice in NYS or eligible for admission on motion.
- Prior legal services, trial and litigation experience preferred.
- Demonstrated commitment to serving indigent community members is preferred.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office or related software and computerized legal research.
- Fluency in other languages a plus.
- Valid NYS Driver’s License or ability to obtain one if required.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Click on the following link to apply:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=a870825d-c790-452d-9156-c0139ba5ed5c&ccId=19000101_000001&type=JS&lang=en_US
LASMNY offers a generous benefit package with a focus on work-life balance to promote a healthier work-life balance leading to higher productivity, creativity and overall well-being. Most benefits available date of hire. Medical, Vision, Dental, Medical Waiver Program (if eligible), Basic/Voluntary Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Savings Accounts, 403(b) plan, Employer Contributing 5% to SEP/IRA account, Mileage Reimbursement, Professional Development, CLE Registration Fees, Attorney Registration Fees, Local & NYS Bar Dues, Vacation, AFLAC, Sick, Personal, Parenthood Leave, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Bar Study Leave, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Relocation Assistance, Parking, Loan Repayment/Public Service Loan Forgiveness and (18) paid Holidays.
LASMNY’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Accessibility (DEIA) Vision Statement
LASMNY is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our differences fuel excellence and we strive to create an environment where every individual is valued and feels empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work. We are building a community rooted in openness and trust where colleagues have the resources to grow, thrive and fully contribute to achieving equal access to justice.
Equal Opportunity Employer | Affirmative Action Employer
Fighting for Equal Justice for All | Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Accessibility.
www.lasmny.org
Salary : $86,400 - $119,393
