Supervising Attorney - 2005143

Catholic Charities of New York; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Catholic Charities of New York seeks a Supervising Attorney for the Preserving Housing unit within the Food & Housing Division. The role leads attorneys, paralegals, and housing advocates to provide high-quality representation in housing matters.

Ideal candidates will have NYS Bar admission, 5+ years of legal and supervisory experience, and a demonstrated commitment to public interest. Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills are essential.

Formación

• Juris Doctor degree and NYS Bar admission required.
• 5+ years of legal and supervisory experience.
• Commitment to public interest or pro bono work.
• Excellent oral and written communication and litigation skills.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee the EPGP program and set goals and objectives.
• Stay current on NYS housing court laws and practices.
• 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 strategies, and supervise implementation.
• Represent clients with caseload management and co-counseling with staff attorneys.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations, government agencies and courts.
• Maintain a productive work environment.
• Conduct community education, training, and outreach to promote the office’s work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Supervisory experience

Litigation skills

Oral and written communication

Public interest commitment

Team leadership

Educación

Juris Doctor degree

NY State Bar admission

Descripción del empleo

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

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

Qualifications

Education and/or experience required:

• 1. Juris Doctor degree and admission to the NYS Bar.

Skills, Licenses, and/or competencies required:

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