Staff Attorney — Disability Rights (Remote)

Disability Rights New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

SEP IRA and 403(b) retirement plans

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Disability Rights New York (DRNY) is seeking a Staff Attorney to provide legal services and represent people with disabilities in individual and systemic matters, reporting to the PADD program. The role requires active NY Bar admission and significant litigation experience.

The Staff Attorney will investigate abuse complaints, monitor providers, collaborate with professionals, and travel across New York State as needed to advance disability rights and civil liberties on behalf of clients.

Qualifications

• Be a member in good standing of the New York State Bar or eligible to waive in from another jurisdiction, and maintain such standing throughout employment with DRNY.
• Up to 10 years of experience as an attorney with significant litigation experience.
• Demonstrated interest and commitment to public interest law.
• Excellent communication skills; able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal services and engage in individual and systemic representation and litigation for people with disabilities.
• Investigate allegations of abuse and neglect and draft investigative reports.
• Monitor service providers for abuse, neglect, and compliance with federal and state laws; draft monitoring reports.
• Analyze cases for systemic issues and assist in formulating preventive strategies.
• Lead and participate in committees, train and outreach activities; maintain accurate files and records.
• Travel throughout New York State and outside as necessary to perform tasks.

Skills

New York Bar

Litigation experience

Public interest law

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multilingual abilities

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Ethical judgment

Residency in NY

Job description

Disability Rights New York (DRNY) is seeking a Staff Attorney to provide legal services and represent people with disabilities in individual and systemic matters, reporting to the PADD program. The role requires active NY Bar admission and significant litigation experience.

The Staff Attorney will investigate abuse complaints, monitor providers, collaborate with professionals, and travel across New York State as needed to advance disability rights and civil liberties on behalf of clients.