Staff Attorney

TBG | The Bachrach Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Bachrach Group seeks a Staff Attorney for a nonprofit organization in New York City. The role involves legal advocacy and direct client representation focusing on housing, public benefits, and family stability, among other social justice issues.

This temporary assignment lasts five months and follows a hybrid schedule with two days on-site work. The attorney will collaborate with community members and interdisciplinary teams to advance legal solutions and access to resources.

Qualifikationen

• Licensed attorney in New York (or eligible to practice there).
• Experience in housing, public benefits, or family stability matters is preferred.
• Ability to advocate effectively for clients and navigate social justice issues.

Aufgaben

• Provide legal advocacy and direct client representation in assigned matters.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support clients and communities.
• Represent clients in hearings and administrative proceedings when required.
• Help advance social justice goals through legal strategies and community engagement.

Kenntnisse

Legal advocacy

Client representation

Housing law

Public benefits

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (JD)

Jobbeschreibung

A respected nonprofit organization serving New York City communities, is seeking a Staff Attorney to provide legal advocacy and direct client representation. This role will involve handling matters related to housing, public benefits, family stability, and other social justice-focused legal issues while working closely with community members and interdisciplinary teams.

This is a temporary assignment expected to last five months and is a hybrid position, two days on-site.