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About the Role

The Erie County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project (VLP) is seeking a full-time Staff Attorney for its Buffalo, NY office. This role will assist in developing cases for pro bono referrals and manage a caseload in areas such as divorce, end-of-life planning, name changes, bankruptcies, and estates. VLP is a mixed-model civil legal services program.

Responsibilities

• Provide full representation, brief service, and advice and counsel in civil practice areas including divorce, end-of-life planning, name changes, bankruptcies, and estates.
• Prepare cases for referral to pro bono attorneys and provide follow-up.
• Ensure timely opening and closing of files with appropriate notes and adherence to file maintenance policies.
• Participate in regular case conferences with Supervisor and unit.
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic client files using the case management system.
• Work collaboratively with paralegals, support staff, and interns.
• Travel as required, necessitating a NYS valid driver's license and vehicle access.
• Assist in community outreach efforts, including presentations, tabling, and staffing clinics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• JD required.
• Admitted to practice law in New York State and in good standing.
• 1-4 years of experience in civil matters.
• NYS valid driver's license required.
• Regular access to a vehicle required.
• Must use and maintain the electronic case management system (Legal Server) and other required technology.
• Resume and cover letter explaining interest in the position are required.

Skills

• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to be flexible and manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Effective communication and cooperation with clients, colleagues, and diverse individuals.
• Demonstrated commitment to and ability to work effectively with low-income and underserved clients.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate, timely, and organized case records.
• Ability to collect, manage, and accurately enter case and program data.
• Ability to problem-solve and see complex tasks through to completion.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and public-speaking skills.
• Experience with case management systems (especially Legal Server) and databases are preferred.

Location

• Buffalo, NY

Work Type

• Full-time
• Hybrid remote/in-office schedule after 90-day introductory period

Experience Level

• 1-4 years of experience

Education Level

• JD required

Salary/Compensations

• $68,000 - $80,133 based on years of relevant work experience

Benefits

• 90% employer paid health insurance premiums
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement account
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life/AD&D insurance
• 403b contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• FSA (pre-tax employee contribution)
• Dependent Care FSA (pre-tax employee contribution)
• Transportation account (pre-tax employee contribution)
• 403b plan (pre-tax employee contribution)
• Notary application and renewal fees (if applicable)
• Attorney registration fees (if applicable)
• Eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Eligible employer for District Attorney and Indigent Legal Services Attorney Loan Forgiveness program (DALF)
• 18 paid holidays (including Dec 24th - Jan 1st)
• 11 vacation days in year one
• 2 personal days in year one
• 15 vacation days in year 2
• 4 personal days in year 2
• 10 sick days each year (5 frontloaded, 5 accrued)
• 2 Sunshine Days between Memorial Day and Labor Day
• Flexible schedule
• Discourages weekend work
• Encourages utilizing PTO

About the Company

• VLP is a mixed-model civil legal services program that coordinates direct representation by pro bono attorneys and by our staff attorneys in two locations: Buffalo and Batavia, NY.
• The Buffalo office handles a wide variety of civil legal services, with a focus on involving pro bono lawyers in the delivery of our services to clients.
• The Batavia office provides immigration representation to individuals detained in the Federal Detention Facility in Batavia, NY.
• We are a paperless office.
• We offer a respectful work environment with a true work/life balance.
• We have a dedication to diversity and inclusion.
• For more information, visit our website at www.ecbavlp.com

Equal Opportunity

• VLP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply.
• Employer recruits without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, pregnancy-related condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital and familial status, domestic violence victim status, disability, military status, or protected veteran status.