What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal, Housing Unit position at Legal Services NYC?
Legal Services NYC (LSNYC) fights poverty and seeks racial, social and economic justice for low-income New Yorkers. For over 50 years, we have challenged systemic injustices that trap people in poverty and provided legal services that help our clients meet basic needs for housing, income and economic security, family and immigration stability, education, and health care. LSNYC is the largest civil legal services provider in the country; our staff of more than 600 people in neighborhood-based offices and outreach sites across all five boroughs helps hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers annually. We partner with scores of community-based and client-run organizations, elected officials, public agencies, pro bono lawyers, and the courts to maximize our effectiveness. Our work fights discrimination and helps to achieve equity for all low-income New Yorkers.
LSNYC employees have numerous opportunities for growth and professional development, including access to our internal Justice Learning Center, which provides opportunities to earn free CLEs and gain experience as a trainer. Further, LSNYC prides itself on its Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) efforts and aims to create a work environment where everyone can bring their full selves to the work.
Bronx Legal Services, a program of Legal Services NYC, is seeking a Paralegal to work in our Housing Unit's Universal Access to Counsel (UAC), which seeks to provide legal assistance to all tenants facing eviction in court.
We are looking for candidates who are excited to work in a fast-paced environment with housing advocates focusing on housing courts, administrative forums, appellate courts, and other state and federal courts on behalf of people facing eviction.
The Paralegal will be expected to work closely with tenants, lawyers, the court, and community partners.
The Paralegal will be involved in many aspects of the work of the UAC, including providing litigation support in eviction defense and affirmative cases, conducting client interviews, staffing court calendars, assisting tenants in advocacy with housing-related benefits and programs, researching and investigating tenant claims and defenses, and conducting community education and outreach at off-site locations.
The Paralegal will also assist in the administrative work of the UAC which includes screening tenants for eligibility for our services, coordinating follow-up services including appointments, referrals, drafting client correspondence, and ensuring grant/data compliance.
Experience & Qualifications:
How to Apply:
To apply for the position, submit a cover letter, resume, names of three references and one recent writing sample. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls. Bronx Legal Services is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
People of color, women, people with disabilities, gay, lesbian, and transgender people, and persons over 40 are all welcome and encouraged to apply. All employees are strongly encouraged to continue to receive and maintain up-to-date Covid-19 vaccinations unless they are unable to for medical or religious reasons.
Bronx Legal Services promotes Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) in our workplace as they are our core values and are fundamental to our work. Under these core values, we seek to create an accepting, responsive, safe, and fair workplace with a diverse staff at every level.
Salary Range (Based on years' experience):
Salary Range
$51,883—$83,706 USD
All employees are strongly encouraged to continue to receive and maintain up-to-date COVID vaccinations unless they are unable to for medical or religious reasons.
Legal Services NYC is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, people with disabilities, people over 40, and gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people are strongly encouraged to apply.
LSNYC employees have numerous opportunities for growth and professional development, including access to our internal Justice Learning Center, which provides opportunities to earn free CLEs and gain experience as a trainer. Further, LSNYC prides itself on its Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) efforts and aims to create a work environment where everyone can bring their full selves to the work.
Bronx Legal Services, a program of Legal Services NYC, is seeking a Paralegal to work in our Housing Unit's Universal Access to Counsel (UAC), which seeks to provide legal assistance to all tenants facing eviction in court.
We are looking for candidates who are excited to work in a fast-paced environment with housing advocates focusing on housing courts, administrative forums, appellate courts, and other state and federal courts on behalf of people facing eviction.
The Paralegal will be expected to work closely with tenants, lawyers, the court, and community partners.
The Paralegal will be involved in many aspects of the work of the UAC, including providing litigation support in eviction defense and affirmative cases, conducting client interviews, staffing court calendars, assisting tenants in advocacy with housing-related benefits and programs, researching and investigating tenant claims and defenses, and conducting community education and outreach at off-site locations.
The Paralegal will also assist in the administrative work of the UAC which includes screening tenants for eligibility for our services, coordinating follow-up services including appointments, referrals, drafting client correspondence, and ensuring grant/data compliance.
Experience & Qualifications:
- Experience working with diverse low-income communities;
- Excellent computer skills;
- Excellent interviewing, writing, and communication skills;
- College degree or equivalent experience preferred;
- Experience entering and tracking information in electronic formats and running reports;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite;
- Strong organizational skills;
- Experience with housing law or landlord/tenant issues is a plus; and
- Fluency or proficiency in Spanish or another language commonly spoken by Bronx residents is preferred but not required.
How to Apply:
To apply for the position, submit a cover letter, resume, names of three references and one recent writing sample. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls. Bronx Legal Services is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
People of color, women, people with disabilities, gay, lesbian, and transgender people, and persons over 40 are all welcome and encouraged to apply. All employees are strongly encouraged to continue to receive and maintain up-to-date Covid-19 vaccinations unless they are unable to for medical or religious reasons.
Bronx Legal Services promotes Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) in our workplace as they are our core values and are fundamental to our work. Under these core values, we seek to create an accepting, responsive, safe, and fair workplace with a diverse staff at every level.
Salary Range (Based on years' experience):
- 1-10 years: $51,883 - $64,096
- 11-20 years: $65,124 - $73,922
- 21 years: $76,723 - $83,706
Salary Range
$51,883—$83,706 USD
All employees are strongly encouraged to continue to receive and maintain up-to-date COVID vaccinations unless they are unable to for medical or religious reasons.
Legal Services NYC is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, people with disabilities, people over 40, and gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Salary : $51,883 - $83,706