Matrimonial Staff Attorney — Impactful Civil Justice

Bar Association of Erie County; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 84,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off incl. holidays, vacation

401(k) retirement plan with employer 6

Life insurance

Job summary

The Legal Aid Bureau of Buffalo, Inc. seeks a Staff Attorney for Civil Legal Services focused on matrimonial and related matters. This on-site role supports clients in Western New York, with a mission to provide quality representation and access to justice.

The attorney will join a unionized team dedicated to comprehensive legal services. Key responsibilities include appearing in court, interviewing clients, drafting pleadings, and coordinating with colleagues to deliver holistic advocacy.

Qualifications

• Active membership in the State Bar of New York is required.
• Experience in matrimonial law preferred; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Attend virtual and in-person court appearances.
• Interview clients in various settings to gather facts.
• Advise and inform clients on legal matters with trauma-informed care.
• Prepare petitions, pleadings, motions and briefs.
• Collaborate with supervising attorneys on cases and provide effective advocacy.

Skills

Matrimonial law

Client interviews

Court appearances

Trauma-informed approach

Legal research

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission – New York

Tools

Word processing

Legal research databases

Job description

The Legal Aid Bureau of Buffalo, Inc. seeks a Staff Attorney for Civil Legal Services focused on matrimonial and related matters. This on-site role supports clients in Western New York, with a mission to provide quality representation and access to justice.

The attorney will join a unionized team dedicated to comprehensive legal services. Key responsibilities include appearing in court, interviewing clients, drafting pleadings, and coordinating with colleagues to deliver holistic advocacy.