Staff Attorney (Family Law)

BLDG SVC 32 B-J•New York, NY

10d

About The Position

The 32BJ Legal Services Fund provides legal advice and representation to eligible 32BJ members and their eligible dependents. Reporting to the Director of the Family Unit and other Directors, the Staff Attorney will provide legal services to the members of Building Service 32BJ who are eligible under the union’s Legal Services Plan.

Requirements

JD and authorization to practice law in NYS required.
1 to 3 years experience in Family Law.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality legal representation to members in Family Law, including litigation before courts and other relevant venues, ensuring legal rights are fully protected.
Conduct thorough client consultations to assess legal issues, explain options, and formulate a strategic plan of action, with guidance from Directors.
Prepare, draft, and file legal pleadings, stipulations, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents accurately and within required deadlines.
Review, revise, and proofread legal documents and correspondence to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
Regularly update Directors and team on case progress through written reports, providing recommendations and next steps as needed.
Obtain, organize, and manage court records, case files, and evidence in accordance with legal procedures and office protocols.
Establish and maintain effective communication with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other stakeholders to facilitate case resolution.
Maintain organized, up-to-date, and detailed records of all case activities and documents in case management software, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
Perform comprehensive legal research to support case strategy and to stay current with developments in Family Law.
Demonstrated ability to write clear, persuasive, and well-organized legal documents for both courts and clients
Monitor changes in substantive and procedural law relevant to Family Law, proactively adapting practices to align with updates.
Maintain a deep understanding of the coverage and requirements under the Legal Services Plan to ensure services are provided in line with eligibility criteria.
Safeguard all confidential client materials and information, adhering to privacy laws and internal policies on confidentiality.
Actively participate in regular team meetings, contributing to discussions, sharing insights, and collaborating on projects and case strategies.
Attend member information meetings and other outreach activities as directed by supervisory staff, including occasional travel, to promote the Legal Services Fund and engage with the membership.
Demonstrated technical dexterity, including proficiency with case management software, digital evidence preparation, electronic filing systems, and AI-assisted tools for drafting, summarizing, and document review, consistent with ethical and confidentiality requirements.
Comfort with digital evidence formats (PDF organization, redaction software).
Competency in virtual practice tools (Teams, Zoom court, online meetings)
Maintain a professional demeanor, workspace, and appearance as a representative of the Legal Services Fund.