Housing Justice Staff Attorney: Eviction & Foreclosure

Western New York Law Center, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pension plan

PSLF eligible employer

Hybrid work schedule

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Western New York Law Center, Inc. seeks a Staff Attorney for its Eviction & Foreclosure Defense team in Western New York. The attorney will provide direct representation to tenants and homeowners, engage in community education, and contribute to systemic reform efforts addressing housing instability.

The role emphasizes advocacy, litigation, and collaboration across practice areas, supporting housing justice and access to legal resources for underserved communities.

Qualifications

• Admitted to NYS Bar or pending admission.
• Commitment to serving low-income communities.
• Active participation in public interest advocacy and justice access.

Responsibilities

• Advocate and litigate for tenants and homeowners in eviction and foreclosure matters.
• Advance housing stability through legislative and administrative advocacy.
• Engage the community through outreach and clinics.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas to support clients.
• Build partnerships with community organizations and service providers.

Skills

Legal writing

Litigation

Advocacy

Research

Community engagement

Education

New York State Bar admission (or bar exam with admission pending)

Job description

Western New York Law Center, Inc. seeks a Staff Attorney for its Eviction & Foreclosure Defense team in Western New York. The attorney will provide direct representation to tenants and homeowners, engage in community education, and contribute to systemic reform efforts addressing housing instability.

The role emphasizes advocacy, litigation, and collaboration across practice areas, supporting housing justice and access to legal resources for underserved communities.