Housing/Public Benefits Staff Attorney - Mount Vernon, NY

Legal Services of the H•Mount Vernon, NY

32d•$78,850 - $145,784•Hybrid

About The Position

Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has an immediate opening in our Mount Vernon office for a full-time staff attorney to work on public benefits and housing matters in Mount Vernon, NY. The attorney will also serve low-income individuals and families with matters including eviction, unlawful lockouts, habitability issues, emergency housing denials, succession rights challenges, and Section 8 hearings and advocacy work. Work will also include representation in public benefits matters, including Public Assistance denials, Medicaid issues, SNAP benefits, and Unemployment Insurance benefits cases.

Requirements

Member in good standing of the New York State Bar; or out-of-state admission with eligibility and willingness to be admitted in NYS. LSHV will consider law school graduates who have taken or plan to take the NYS Bar Exam.
Understanding of the nature and dynamics of housing and benefits
Ability to handle a large caseload
Excellent people skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of legal experience, including litigation, preferably with a background in housing and public benefits
Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income persons with prior experience in legal services or a similar program

Responsibilities

Individual case work
Administrative advocacy and litigation in city courts and justice courts, including appellate practice
Education and outreach efforts directed at community members, advocates and service providers
Adhere to program and case handling standards, funder requirements, and the highest professional standards
Be available as a resource to LSHV staff and access to justice communities
Occasional appearances in night court pertaining to housing matters