Staff Attorney-BKLYN, Preserving Affordable Housing Program
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn Legal Services Corp is seeking a Staff Attorney to join its Brooklyn-based Preserving Affordable Housing program. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in landlord litigation, including non-payment, holdover, HP, 7A, and harassment proceedings in Housing Court as well as Supreme Court.
The Staff Attorney will be responsible for frequent motion practice, discovery, depositions, communication with clients, negotiations with opposing counsel, and advocacy with outside agencies on behalf of clients. To be successful in this role, the candidate must have Admission to the bar of the State of New York and a passion for social justice and helping and representing clients in low-income tenant groups, community organizations, and coalitions.
Key Responsibilities- Work with clients in the nonprofit sector, low-income tenant groups, community organizations, and/or coalitions
- Interact effectively with clients of different races, ethnicities, ages, and sexual orientations in a multicultural environment
- Understand the City's housing market and/or experience in housing law practice
- Manage a high caseload, meet deadlines, and be flexible
- Have excellent legal writing, litigation, and advocacy skills
- Computer proficiency sufficient to independently review and generate materials relevant to the position
- Maintain up-to-date client information in Brooklyn A's case management system to ensure accurate data collection and statistical tracking
- Collaborate as needed with program managers and development team to write narrative reports for grant and contracts
- Attend meetings and perform administrative tasks related to the work, such as timekeeping and case notes
- Publish articles effectively advocating on behalf of clients and Brooklyn A
- Language proficiency relevant to our clients, especially Spanish
- Attend evening meetings
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their resume and a cover letter telling us why their experiences would make them a good fit for this role. This is a hybrid in-office/remote position based in Brooklyn, NY.
Compensation and Benefits
Annual salary $74,500-86,000 dependent on years of experience. Benefits highlights include 27 days vacation, employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance, employer contribution to 401(k), and paid parental leave.
About Brooklyn Legal Services Corp
Brooklyn Legal Services Corp is a diverse team committed to recruiting, supporting, retaining, and promoting a talented staff with diverse backgrounds and experiences that share the organization's commitment to racial, economic, and social justice. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds to apply, including women, people of color, immigrants, people with disabilities, LGBTQ people, people from low-income backgrounds, and with lived experiences in the communities we serve.
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