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About the Role

The Legal Aid Society’s Civil Practice seeks a Temporary Staff Attorney for a one-year term in the Bronx Neighborhood Office’s Foreclosure Prevention and Homeownership Preservation Unit. This role involves representing homeowners defensively in foreclosure and related actions, as well as in affirmative litigation concerning lending, real estate, and trust and estate abuses to prevent loss of home, equity, and homelessness. The position offers potential for reassignment or application to other Staff Attorney roles upon completion of the term.

Responsibilities

Represent clients in state and federal court proceedings, affirmatively and defensively, regarding foreclosure, civil rights, consumer protection, estates administration, quiet title, and partition actions.
Represent clients at settlement conferences and other advocacy with lenders to obtain loss mitigation or other home-preserving solutions.
Conduct client intake, including offsite, in-person, and occasional evening/weekend sessions.
Train, conduct community outreach, and provide education for individuals, local community-based organizations, and housing advocates.
Advocate with local, state, and federal agencies on behalf of clients.
Play an active role in coalition meetings and advocacy, collaborating with other groups and organizations, requiring occasional travel within NYS (approx. 3-4 times annually).
Advocate for legislative reforms and policy changes, including continued funding for HOPP.
Work with pro bono lawyers and partner organizations.
Represent the Civil Practice and LAS in the community.
Promote the work of the office, the Foreclosure Prevention and Homeownership Preservation Unit, and the Civil Practice.
Complete administrative tasks as assigned by supervisor, such as grant reporting.
Participate in continuous professional development.
Continuously learn about forms of bias in the workplace and demonstrate affirmative behaviors that support an inclusive work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Juris Doctor and 3 years of required experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
New York State Bar admission or awaiting NYS Bar admission after sitting for the NYS Bar exam.
At least three years working with homeowners to preserve their homes and/or protect their equity (preferred).
Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
Demonstrated commitment to public interest law and civil legal services.
A passion for economic justice.
Proficiency in languages other than English is desirable, but not required.
Demonstrated knowledge of mortgage, property, and related laws and regulations (preferred).
Knowledge of trust and estates issues (preferred).
Litigation skills and experience (preferred).
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team and manage a high volume of cases.
Ability to coordinate and collaborate successfully with other groups and organizations.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship for a work visa or permit.
LAS is currently unable to sponsor employment visas or permits (except for citizens of Canada and Mexico who may receive a letter for a TN visa).

Skills

Foreclosure defense
Homeowner representation
Affirmative litigation
Lending and real estate law
Trust and estate law
Client intake
Community outreach and education
Agency advocacy
Coalition building
Legislative advocacy
Policy reform
Pro bono collaboration
Case management
Interpersonal skills
Written communication
Oral advocacy

Location

Bronx, NY

Work Type

Temporary
Full-time

Experience Level

3 years of experience

Education Level

Juris Doctor

Salary/Compensations

$86,520 - $157,075

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid vacation
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
State and Federal loan forgiveness programs
Potential assistance from New York state for loan repayments

About the Company

The Legal Aid Society is a qualified employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
The Legal Aid Society is committed to a work culture of zealous advocacy, respect, diversity and inclusion, client-oriented defense, access to justice and excellent representation.
We are dedicated to building a strong professional relationship with each of our clients (people), to understanding their diverse circumstances, and to meeting their needs.
Every member of our community is expected to continuously learn about the dynamic, evolving, and emerging field of knowledge of identity, bias, and systemic forms of oppression and participate in productive efforts to dismantling bias in all forms.

Equal Opportunity

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, The Legal Aid Society prohibits discriminatory employment actions against and treatment of its employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived race or color, size (including bone structure, body size, height, shape, and weight), religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, marital status, relationship and family structure (including domestic partnerships, polyamorous families and individuals, chosen family, platonic co-parents, and multigenerational families), genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or pre-employment conviction record, credit history, unemployment status, caregiver status, salary history, or any other characteristic protected by law.