Position DescriptionLegal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has an immediate opening in our Yonkers, NY office for a full time, General Practice Staff Attorney to work on Elder Law and General Practice Matters including eviction and other housing-related matters; drafting and executing simple wills; powers of attorneys, and health care proxies; Medicaid eligibility and basic planning; managed long-term care denials, and other civil matters which may include consumer, family law and government benefits.
The attorney will serve seniors and vulnerable populations living in Westchester County with legal matters that involve Elder Law Matters as described herein and civil legal matters involving the basic necessities of life.
Duties of the Position individual case work, administrative advocacy and litigation in Yonkers City Court, including appellate practice, and education and outreach efforts directed at community members, advocates and service providers.
The person hired will also be expected to adhere to program and case handling standards, funder requirements, the highest professional standards, and be available as a resource to LSHV staff and access to justice communities.
Qualifications•Admission to the New York State Bar; or out of state admission with willingness and eligibility to be admitted in NY;•One or more years of legal experience, however more is preferred, including litigation and handling high volume caseload;•Excellent people skills;•Excellent written and verbal communication skills; •Ability to handle high stress situations; •Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders.
Preferred•Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income persons with prior experience in legal services or similar program.Salary: $71,879 - $126,373, DOE, union scale, with excellent benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability coverages, as well as a defined contribution to 403b, loan repayment assistance and paid parental leave.
After a brief probationary period, this position may permit work from home up to two days per week.
Please apply at our career center and include cover letter, resume, writing sample and three references.
Legal Services of the Hudson Valley is a proud equal opportunity employer.
People of all races, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability and veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.
Minimum Salary: 71,879 Maximum Salary: 126,373 Salary Unit: Yearly