What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervising Attorney position at NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION FOR INTER-CULTURAL AFFAIRS?
23 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsDirect message the job poster from Neighborhood Association for Inter-Cultural AffairsHR Workforce Recruitment & Project Management Position : Supervising AttorneyEmployment Type : Full TimeSalary : $128,000.00 AnnuallySummary : The Supervising Attorney will supervise a team of staff attorneys and paralegals. This leadership role involves training and mentoring the legal team, requiring strong management skills and experience in conflict resolution while providing culturally sensitive services to low-income families in the Bronx. The Staff Attorney represents NAICA clients facing eviction in the Bronx County Court House (Housing Court).Responsibilities : Supervise a team of about eight attorneys and five paralegals;Train, supervise, and mentor staff;Prepare staff attorneys and paralegals for court appearances;Oversee a weekly high-volume court-based intake process;Conduct outreach, including educational workshops and trainings;Manage referrals made to our agency;Review and revise legal agreements, documents, motions, and orders;Assess court cases assigned by the court or self-referred;Respond to client, community, and staff concerns;Create and maintain a professional work environment;Reinforce staff accountability;Develop relationships with community organizations, government agencies, and the courts;Participate in meetings regarding Universal Access;Provide client representation from intake to closing;Demonstrate strong team-building skills;Maintain professional ethics and integrity;Exhibit excellent communication, research, organizational, and writing skills;Anticipate legal issues;Experience working with low-income individuals.Qualifications and Skills : Attorney in good standing in New York State with 2-5 years of trial experience;Admitted to the New York Bar with litigation experience;Fluency in Spanish is a plus;Familiarity with New York City housing law and public benefits;Ability to handle stress in a fast-paced environment.NAICA Offers a Competitive Benefits Package : Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits;403(b) Retirement Savings Plans;Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees;Paid Holidays and Vacation;Paid Time-off;Voluntary Life Insurance and AD&D;Term Life and AD&D insurance;Long Term Disability;Employee Assistance Program support (EAP);Commuter Benefits Program;COBRA;Aflac : Short-Term Disability, Accident, and Hospital;Employee Discount Program.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion : As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, NAICA prohibits discriminatory employment actions based on various protected characteristics.Seniority Level : Mid-Senior levelJob Function : LegalIndustries : Non-profit Organizations#J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary : $128,000
