Attorney in Charge

Legal Services of the H•White Plains, NY

12d•$160,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

For more than 50 years, Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has been providing free, high-quality legal counsel in civil matters when basic human needs are at stake, including eviction and foreclosure prevention, domestic violence, disability, elder law, healthcare, consumer fraud and more. Our services support almost 600,000 poor and low-income families and individuals who cannot afford an attorney in our seven-county service area. With the gap separating those who can and cannot afford legal representation widening each day, we work to ensure that everyone has equal access to justice, regardless of their ability to pay. As the only provider of comprehensive civil legal services in the lower and mid-Hudson Valley (Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, Orange, Ulster and Sullivan), LSHV is proud to have handled over 12,000 cases impacting nearly 30,000 household members, including 10,000 children last year. LSHV is made up of ten offices and a dedicated and highly skilled staff of attorneys, paralegals, and administrative professionals. Legal Services of the Hudson Valley is dedicated to building a highly skilled workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels supported to bring their authentic selves to work. We are committed to promoting equity for all, and we continuously review and strengthen our processes and practices to support our staff, clients, and the communities we serve. Respect is a cornerstone of relationships among our staff.

Requirements

Admission to NYS Bar
Two or more years of supervisory experience
Supervisory and management experience
Six or more years of legal and litigation experience
Experience litigating in various legal fora, including state and federal courts
Excellent oral and written advocacy skills
Excellent litigation skills and experience litigating individual and group cases
Demonstrated commitment and experience in public interest law
Experience supervising and mentoring others
Demonstrated leadership ability
Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in languages other than English is desirable

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily office operations and staff of attorneys, paralegals, support personnel, interns, and volunteers
Assign cases, review and evaluate the casework from intake to closing
Ensure adherence to program and case handling standards, LSC and funder requirements, and the highest professional standards
Collaborate with Grants and Finance Departments on grant compliance and staffing
Evaluate staff members and guide professional development of both staff and attorney managers
Work with management team to plan and coordinate program services
Spearhead impact and/or affirmative litigation
Foster and encourage teamwork and communication
Reinforce and maintain staff development and accountability
Develop and maintain community support and relationships with community-based organizations and other stakeholders
Establish and cultivate relationships with legislative, executive, and court personnel (Federal, state, and local)
Develop and implement community outreach and legal education activities