Supervising Attorney - 5225

BronxWorks•Bronx, NY

About The Position

BronxWorks seeks a Supervising Attorney for its Tenant Defense Program within the Legal Services Department, which advances housing justice and works to prevent displacement of low-income tenants across the Bronx. Reporting to the Director, the Supervising Attorney mentors staff attorneys and a paralegal, oversees high-quality legal representation, and maintains a reduced caseload. The role also contributes strategic leadership to the program and supports compliance with program and grant objectives.

Requirements

Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing or eligibility for admission through reciprocity.
At least 3 years of experience representing tenants in eviction proceedings, ideally in NYC Housing Court.
Demonstrated commitment to public interest law and housing rights.
Comprehensive knowledge of NYC housing law and related benefits.
Excellent legal research, analytical, written and oral advocacy, communication, and litigation skills.
Computer proficiency for database tracking, report preparation, communication, and administrative tasks.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory experience in a legal setting.
Proficiency in Spanish or another relevant language.

Responsibilities

Supervise staff attorneys, a paralegal, and volunteers or interns, ensuring high standards of legal representation and client service and meeting program and grant objectives.
Lead regular case review meetings and oversee analysis of legal issues, case strategy, and case administration.
Set and enforce litigation schedules and deadlines.
Review and edit pleadings and other written work products.
Supervise appearances in court and administrative proceedings and second-seat entry-level attorneys.
Ensure the team paralegal provides high-quality support to attorneys and clients, including benefits application assistance, administrative support, and advocacy support.
Maintain a reduced caseload representing tenants in eviction proceedings in housing court and administrative settings, including hearings, trials, and appeals.
Build relationships with BronxWorks programs, community organizations, advocates, government agencies, elected officials, provider networks, and courts.
Collaborate with the program director and other supervising attorneys to provide strategic leadership and direction and develop and strengthen program policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with data-entry and reporting requirements.
Perform additional duties as assigned.