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About the Role

LASMNY is seeking an experienced domestic relations attorney to serve as Supervising Attorney for our work with survivors of intimate partner violence. This role offers the opportunity to lead and mentor a team, assisting survivors and their children in achieving safety, stability, and independence. The Supervising Attorney will oversee matrimonial and family law representation for survivors, including divorce, custody and visitation, child support, and related civil matters, ensuring skilled, trauma-informed advocacy.

Responsibilities

Supervise attorneys and support staff representing survivors of intimate partner violence in orders of protection, divorce, custody and visitation, child support, and related civil matters.
Manage the team’s caseload by assigning new matters, balancing workloads, and conducting regular case reviews to ensure effective, high-quality representation.
Train, mentor, and support staff, fostering professional growth and maintaining a supportive, healthy work environment.
Conduct employee work performance evaluations and address work performance concerns in a timely and effective manner.
Maintain an active caseload, providing advice, negotiation, and litigation services in Family Court, Supreme Court, and Integrated Domestic Violence (IDV) parts.
Ensure the delivery of culturally responsive, trauma-informed legal services that prioritize client safety and well-being.
Lead holistic representation by screening clients for related legal needs, such as housing, public benefits, consumer debt, and economic abuse, and coordinating with LASMNY's other practice areas and community partners to address them.
Develop and maintain partnerships with domestic violence service providers, human services agencies, community organizations, the courts, and the private bar to strengthen referrals and coordinated services.
Oversee program administration, including grant reporting, compliance, timekeeping, file maintenance, case management, and accurate recordkeeping.
Conduct community outreach and legal education for survivors, advocates, service providers, and other stakeholders.
Stay current on developments in family law and intimate partner violence and maintain required Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) or Master of Laws (LL.M.) from an accredited law school.
Admission to practice law in New York State. Attorneys admitted in another jurisdiction and eligible for admission on motion are encouraged to apply.
At least three years of relevant legal experience, including experience with matrimonial or family law litigation.
Demonstrated commitment to serving survivors of intimate partner violence and low-income communities.
Excellent written, verbal, and advocacy skills.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, case management systems, and computerized legal research.
Ability to travel as needed, including to courts and other LASMNY offices.
Demonstrate the highest level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive client information, including information that affects client safety.
Communicate effectively and courteously with clients, staff, attorneys, court personnel, agency staff, and community partners.
Model a respectful, collaborative, and accountable workplace for supervised staff.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance in accordance with organizational policies.
Adapt to new technologies and systems, including legal research tools and case management software.
Comply with all Legal Services Corporation regulations, LASMNY policies and procedures, and grant-based reporting requirements.
Perform additional responsibilities and duties as assigned by a supervisor based on agency needs.

Skills

Matrimonial or family law litigation
Microsoft Office
Case management systems
Computerized legal research
Trauma-informed practice
Holistic or interdisciplinary legal services
LSC regulations and grant compliance
Languages other than English

Location

Utica, NY
Syracuse, NY

Work Type

Full-time
35 hours per week

Experience Level

At least three years of relevant legal experience
Fifteen years of experience

Education Level

Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Master of Laws (LL.M.)

Salary/Compensations

$97,286.00 - $124,383.00

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic and voluntary life insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employer retirement contributions
Paid vacation
Sick leave
Personal leave
Parental leave
Bereavement leave
Fourteen paid holidays
Paid CLE registration
Attorney registration fees
Local and New York State bar dues
Professional development and training opportunities
Mileage reimbursement
Parking
Relocation assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

About the Company

For nearly 75 years, the Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York (LASMNY) has provided free civil legal assistance to people who cannot afford an attorney.
Our mission is to expand access to the essentials of life through high-quality, compassionate legal advocacy and education.
We take a holistic approach that addresses the interconnected challenges affecting housing, income, benefits, health, and family stability.
By working across practice areas and partnering with community organizations, we help clients achieve lasting solutions that extend beyond a single legal matter.
Through offices in Utica, Syracuse, Binghamton, Oswego, Oneonta, and Watertown, LASMNY serves residents of thirteen counties across Central New York.
Our Agricultural Worker Project also provides legal services to farmworkers throughout New York State.

Equal Opportunity

LASMNY is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
LASMNY provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process. Please contact Human Resources to request assistance.