Supervising Attorney

Legal Services of the H•Goshen, NY

1d•$109,997 - $152,927•Hybrid

About The Position

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 for over 50 years. These areas include eviction and foreclosure prevention, domestic violence, disability, elder law, healthcare, and consumer fraud. LSHV serves almost 600,000 poor and low-income families and individuals in a seven-county service area. The organization is dedicated to ensuring equal access to justice for all. LSHV operates ten offices with a staff of attorneys, paralegals, and administrative professionals. The organization is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities it serves and fostering an environment where everyone feels supported to be their authentic selves. LSHV promotes equity and continuously reviews its processes and practices to support staff, clients, and communities. Respect is a core value in staff relationships.

Requirements

JD and member in good standing of the New York State Bar
Three or more years legal experience
Experience in a core legal practice area such as landlord tenant, public benefits, family, or disability law
Prior supervisory experience
Strong organizational skills
Proven writing and editing skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Flexible work attitude, enthusiasm for the mission of LSHV

Nice To Haves

Prior legal services/poverty law experience
Proficiency in Spanish

Responsibilities

Supervise assigned case handlers in their provision of legal services over a wide range of practice areas; supervise support staff of paralegals and or administrative personnel as needed
Accompany case handlers to court and provide support in administrative hearings and litigation
Ensure training and development of case handlers in matters of law and programmatic policies and procedures and grantor compliance
Conduct regular case reviews with case handlers and provide guidance on maintaining complete case files; review closed cases
In coordination with office Attorney in Charge (AIC), assign casework.
Partner with and support the AIC in affirmative litigation, office management and program compliance
Liaise with community partner agencies