Staff Attorney and/or Law Graduate

4 weeks ago

New York, New York, United States New York Legal Assistance Group Full time

About NYLAG:

New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) is a leading civil legal services organization that advocates for people experiencing poverty or in crisis. Our mission is to combat economic, racial, and social injustice by providing comprehensive, free civil legal services, financial empowerment, impact litigation, policy advocacy, and community partnerships.

Job Description:

We are seeking two staff attorneys and/or law graduates to join our dynamic Consumer Protection Unit (CPU) team. As a CPU attorney, you will represent clients in a wide range of consumer rights matters, including fraud, predatory lending, and debt collection. You will also have the opportunity to work on the Taxi Advocacy Project (TAP), which assists NYC's yellow taxi medallion owners with financial transactions and litigation cases.

Responsibilities:

  • Represent clients in consumer rights matters, including fraud, predatory lending, and debt collection
  • Work on the Taxi Advocacy Project (TAP) to assist NYC's yellow taxi medallion owners with financial transactions and litigation cases
  • Conduct thorough legal intakes with clients
  • Prepare and present materials with resources and information on our services and client options
  • Manage a significant client caseload and perform administrative tasks as needed
  • Collaborate with NYLAG's team of experienced attorneys, supervisors, and case handlers

Qualifications:

  • Admission/Pending to the New York State Bar
  • Federal Court Admission preferred
  • Fluency in any of the following languages is preferred: Bengali, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, Arabic, Haitian-Creole, Russian
  • Experience with New York City legal firms, social services organizations, or experience with consumer law preferred
  • A commitment to, and passion for, serving vulnerable New Yorkers and immigrant populations of diverse backgrounds

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, long term disability, commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for Medical and Dependent care

Application Instructions:

Please save resume and cover letter on one pdf. Applicants without a cover letter will not be considered.

Covid Vaccination Policy:

Please note, to safeguard the health and well-being of our employees and clients, NYLAG requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless a medical or religious exemption is approved.

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