Supervising Attorney

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York is seeking an experienced Attorney to lead a team of lawyers, paralegals, and housing advocates in behalf of clients in housing court matters. Located at 34 West 134th Street, NY, the role requires a JD and NYS Bar admission, with a strong public interest focus and excellent communication and organizational skills.

The candidate will oversee case strategy, supervise staff, and coordinate community relations while ensuring timely, high-quality

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and admission to the NYS Bar required.
• Experience supervising attorneys, paralegals and support staff preferred.
• Strong commitment to public interest or pro bono work essential.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Strong litigation skills and ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the housing program (EPGP), set goals and monitor progress.
• Stay updated on NYS housing court laws and practices.
• Supervise staff to ensure high-quality legal representation.
• Coordinate intake and respond to client, community, and staff concerns.
• Maintain holistic client service and intervene with best practices.

Skills

Legal & supervisory experience

New York Bar (licensed)

Leadership

Public interest/pro bono

Excellent communication

Litigation skills

Team leadership

Calm under pressure

Confidential information handling

Bilingual (desirable)

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Description

Location: 34 West 134th Street, New York, NY, 10037

Summary: Attorney with housing court or other relevant experience who is admitted to the New York State Bar. The candidate will possess a demonstrable background in public interest work, and a commitment to the mission of Catholic Charities Community Services. The individuals must have strong self-motivation, and excellent interpersonal communication, and organizational skills to lead a team of attorneys, case managers, paralegals, and housing advocates by effectively communicating expectations and goals, while fostering an open environment that facilitates communication. A commitment to producing high-quality work in a timely manner is essential. Familiarity with relevant housing court practice and residential landlord-tenant law ispreferred.

Salary: $125,000 - $130,000 annually.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the EPGP program, develop and maintain overall goals and objectives of the program.
• Stay abreast of the NYS laws related to housing court.
• Supervise paralegals, program manager and support team to ensure the clients receive the best legal representation.
• Coordinate intake and respond to client, community, and staff concerns.
• Monitor and maintain a high standard of holistic representation and client service.
• Analyze legal issues, develop legal strategy, and supervise the implementation of legal strategies.
• Represent clients by maintaining a caseload and co-counseling with staff attorneys.
• Develop and maintain community support and relationships with community-based organizations and resources, government agencies, elected officials, and the courts.
• Develop and maintain productive work environment.
• Conduct community education, training, and outreach to promote the work of the office.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or experience required

• Juris Doctor degree and admission to the NYS Bar.

Skills, Licenses, and/or competencies required

• Juris Doctor with at least 5 years or more of legal and supervisory experience and practice.
• Member in good standing of the New York Bar.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to public interest or pro bono work.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent litigation skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to work with highly confidential and privileged information.Ability to work in a collaborative, holistic team model.
• Proficiency in languages other than English is desirable, but not required.

Catholic Charities and Catholic Charities Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.