Housing & Foreclosure Litigation Attorney

CAMBA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 84,000 - 134,254; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick)

Paid holidays

Job summary

A community legal services organization in New York is seeking a dedicated Staff Attorney. The role involves representing clients in court, conducting case assessments, and providing legal advice in areas such as foreclosure and housing law. The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctor degree, is licensed to practice in New York, and possesses strong analytical skills. This full-time position offers an annual salary of $84,000-$134,254 and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in court or administrative agencies.
• Conduct client intake and case assessments.
• Prepare legal documents and conduct legal research.
• Advise clients on their rights and regulations.
• Develop legal strategies and file legal documents.
• Maintain accurate client files and documentation.

Skills

Knowledge of foreclosure and housing law

Ability to analyze complex rent/mortgage breakdowns

Language skills (Haitian/Creole, French, Spanish, Russian)

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Licensed to practice law in NY State

Job description

A community legal services organization in New York is seeking a dedicated Staff Attorney. The role involves representing clients in court, conducting case assessments, and providing legal advice in areas such as foreclosure and housing law. The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctor degree, is licensed to practice in New York, and possesses strong analytical skills. This full-time position offers an annual salary of $84,000-$134,254 and includes a comprehensive benefits package.