AmeriCorps Legal Assistant: 1 year term - Olean, NY
About The Position
Legal Assistance of Western New York Inc. (LawNY) is seeking an AmeriCorps Legal Assistant for its Pro Bono Unit in Olean, New York. The Access to Justice Project is a partnership between LawNY and AmeriCorps that addresses the legal needs of low-income clients by expanding available legal assistance and helping clients access the legal system to pursue economic benefits, decent housing, health care, and other critical basic needs. Members also recruit and support community volunteers and strengthen collaboration with local human services agencies. AmeriCorps members provide intake and screening services for income-eligible people seeking help with civil legal problems and conduct outreach to underserved populations. The role offers direct, substantive legal experience, training, and an opportunity to support low-income and vulnerable populations and their communities. The position is based in the Olean office. The successful candidate may serve a 12-month contract term totaling 1,700 hours, with possible renewal depending on continued funding. The term must begin between November 1, 2026, and February 1, 2027. The member must live within commuting distance of the office and work in person for at least the first six months.
Requirements
- At least two years of college or equivalent experience.
- Live within commuting distance of the Olean office.
- Work in person for at least the first six months of the contract term.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience working with clients with low income.
Responsibilities
- Provide intake and screening services for income-eligible people seeking legal assistance with civil law problems.
- Conduct outreach to underserved populations.
- Recruit and support community volunteers.
- Enhance collaboration with local human services agencies.
Benefits
- Living allowance of $2,000 per month for the duration of the contract term.
- May be eligible for assistance obtaining basic health coverage, housing and food assistance, an educational award, childcare expenses, and student loan deferment.
- Training and direct, substantive legal experience.
- Necessary hardware provided to support the role.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
