Staff Attorney and/or Law Graduate
4 weeks ago
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 disrupt systemic racism by providing comprehensive, free civil legal services, financial empowerment, impact litigation, policy advocacy, and community partnerships.
Job DescriptionNYLAG is seeking two staff attorneys and/or law graduates to join our dynamic Consumer Protection Unit (CPU) team. As a member of CPU, you will represent clients in a wide range of consumer rights matters, including fighting fraud, predatory lending, and illegal debt collection practices. You will also work with lenders to resolve or reduce clients' medallion loan debts.
Key Responsibilities- Represent clients in consumer rights matters, including fraud, predatory lending, and debt collection
- Work with lenders to resolve or reduce clients' medallion loan debts
- 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
- 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
- Medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, long term disability, commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for Medical and Dependent care
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