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 to lead a team of attorneys, paralegals, and housing advocates within the Food & Housing Division Office: Preserving Housing. You will oversee program goals, supervise staff, manage client representation, and engage with community partners.

The role requires a Juris Doctor and NYS Bar admission, with at least 5 years in legal and supervisory roles, strong communication, and a commitment to public interest work in a

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and admission to the NYS Bar.
• 5+ years of legal and supervisory experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Familiarity with housing court practice and residential landlord-tenant law is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the EPGP program, develop and maintain goals and objectives.
• Stay abreast of NYS housing court laws.
• Supervise paralegals, program manager and support staff to ensure quality 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, supervise implementation.
• Represent clients with a caseload and co-counsel staff attorneys.
• Develop and maintain community relationships with organizations, agencies, officials, and courts.
• Create and maintain a productive work environment.
• Conduct community education, training, and outreach to promote the office work.

Skills

Public interest

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Admission to NYS 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

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