Supervising Attorney - 2005143

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York seeks a Supervising Attorney for the Preserving Housing team. The role leads a team of attorneys, case managers, and paralegals, coordinating housing-related cases and community outreach in a mission-driven environment.

The ideal candidate has a JD, NYS Bar admission, at least five years of legal and supervisory experience, and a strong commitment to public interest work. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and admission to the NYS Bar.
• Minimum 5 years or more of legal and supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to public interest or pro bono work.
• Excellent oral and written communication and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the EPGP program and set overall goals and objectives.
• Stay abreast of NYS housing-related laws and housing court practice.
• Supervise paralegals, program manager, and support staff to ensure quality representation.
• Coordinate intake and respond to client, community, and staff concerns.
• Monitor holistic representation and client service to maintain high standards.
• Develop and implement legal strategies and supervise their execution.
• Represent clients with a caseload and co-counsel with staff attorneys.
• Build relationships with community organizations, government agencies, and courts.
• Foster a productive, collaborative work environment and provide staff training.
• Conduct community education and outreach to promote the office’s work.

Skills

Leadership

Public interest

Oral & written communication

Litigation

Team management

Deadline-driven

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor (NY Bar)

Job description

Job Description

Position Title: Supervising Attorney

Reports to: Department Director

Department: Food & Housing Division Office: Preserving Housing

Status: Full Time (Exempt) Temporary Per Contract

Summary: (Briefly describe this position and how it relates to the general goals of your office and the Mission of Catholic Charities).

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, 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 is preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities Yes

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.

Requirements

Qualifications

• 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