Staff Attorney Advocate

2 days ago

Brooklyn, New York, United States Disability Rights New York Full time
About the Organization

Disability Rights New York (DRNY) is a leading civil rights advocacy organization dedicated to protecting the rights of individuals with disabilities. Our mission is to break down systemic oppression and promote justice for people with disabilities.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Staff Attorney to join our team. The successful candidate will provide legal services and engage in individual and systemic representation and litigation to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide legal representation to individuals with disabilities, including individual and systemic representation and litigation.
  • Investigate allegations of abuse and neglect, and draft investigative reports.
  • Monitor service providers for abuse, neglect, and compliance with federal and state laws, and draft monitoring reports.
  • Analyze new and existing cases to determine if they present systemic issues, and formulate strategies for their prevention, reduction, or elimination.
  • Consult with professionals to identify options and barriers for individuals and groups.
  • Lead and support DRNY projects, project teams, and initiatives that foster self-determination and self-advocacy, and coalition building.
  • Lead and participate in committees, task forces, and other organization-wide groups, and conduct training and outreach activities.
  • Maintain accurate, confidential files, and assist in preparing reports to funding sources.
  • Maintain accurate time records and client records, and use the client tracking database to meet programmatic and fiscal responsibilities.
Qualifications
  • Be a member in good standing of the New York State Bar, or be eligible to waive in from another jurisdiction, or be eligible to become a member within a reasonable time after beginning employment.
  • Demonstrated interest and commitment to public interest law.
  • Ability to work efficiently, independently, and collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Excellent communication skills, and relationship-building skills.
  • Strong organizational skills, and strong problem-solving skills.
  • Outstanding professionalism and ethical judgment.
  • Multilingual skills preferred.
  • Ability to work with diverse groups of individuals.
Preferred Experience
  • Public interest, civil rights, or disability law experience.
  • Litigation and administrative hearing experience.
  • Experience working with diverse populations.
  • NYS Drivers' license preferred.
Working Conditions

A Staff Attorney usually performs work remotely or in an office environment. The mission of the organization may sometimes take a Staff Attorney to non-standard workplaces. A Staff Attorney will be expected to travel within and outside the state as necessary.

Benefits

DRNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, including employer-paid premiums for health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, generous paid time off benefits, and eligibility for our SEP IRA and 403(b) retirement plans.

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