Legal Aid Society of Northeastern NY
Disability Advocacy Project (DAP) Staff Attorney - Albany Office
Legal Aid Society of Northeastern NY, Albany, New York, United States,
Located in New York, must live in NYSFull-time, Min 35hr/ weekSalary : $59,794 – $78,384 , DOE, plus generous benefits
OverviewThe Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York , a nonprofit civil legal services program, is seeking a Staff Attorney for our Disability Advocacy Project (DAP). Legal Aid's mission is to fight for fairness, dignity, and justice for those living in poverty and for a society that is inclusive and equitable for all. We transform lives, build community, and empower people by using the law to address individual and systemic wrongs and inequities. Our service area spans sixteen counties, in upstate New York, encompassing six regional offices. This position is based out of our Albany Office. For more information about our work, our staff, and our clients, visit www.lasnny.org.Disability Advocacy Project : The Staff Attorney will serve in our Albany office. The attorney will provide legal representation and assistance in Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims and may be assigned cases involving eligibility for public assistance and Medicaid benefits.
Minimum RequirementsDemonstrated commitment to providing high-quality legal services to clients in a variety of civil matters.Must be willing to make a two-year commitment to the Legal Aid Society.Must be able to communicate effectively with clients and staff, and work independently and efficiently.Good computer skills including accurate and quick data entryMust have a car and a clean, valid driver's license.Prior relevant legal experience in Social Security Administration disability representationAbility to speak Spanish a plus
Staff Attorney Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Attorney will primarily be responsible for providing legal representation and assistance in Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims and may be assigned cases involving eligibility for public assistance and Medicaid benefits.May also be assigned cases involving the essential legal needs of low-income clients such as housing, consumer rights, elder law, and family law.Responsibilities include representation in court and administrative proceedings; legal advice and brief services to clients; client legal education and in-service training to human service providers on legal issues; and case reporting and outcome reporting to grant funders.
Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a professional law office environment and occasionally may require the carrying of items of up to 20 pounds. This role requires the use of standard office equipment and software and remote videoconferencing platforms. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.We are a unionized program with excellent benefits, offering generous time off, excellent health insurance coverage with premiums primarily paid by LASNNY, health and long-term disability insurance, retirement contributions, tuition reimbursement, qualifying moving expenses, and flexible hybrid -remote and alternative work schedules.
Application Deadline: Until Filled
At LASNNY we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. We strongly encourage applications from women, BIPOC, LGBTQI+ persons, protected veterans, applicants and recipients of public assistance, older adults, and people with disabilities.
If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at LASNNY and we will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.
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OverviewThe Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York , a nonprofit civil legal services program, is seeking a Staff Attorney for our Disability Advocacy Project (DAP). Legal Aid's mission is to fight for fairness, dignity, and justice for those living in poverty and for a society that is inclusive and equitable for all. We transform lives, build community, and empower people by using the law to address individual and systemic wrongs and inequities. Our service area spans sixteen counties, in upstate New York, encompassing six regional offices. This position is based out of our Albany Office. For more information about our work, our staff, and our clients, visit www.lasnny.org.Disability Advocacy Project : The Staff Attorney will serve in our Albany office. The attorney will provide legal representation and assistance in Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims and may be assigned cases involving eligibility for public assistance and Medicaid benefits.
Minimum RequirementsDemonstrated commitment to providing high-quality legal services to clients in a variety of civil matters.Must be willing to make a two-year commitment to the Legal Aid Society.Must be able to communicate effectively with clients and staff, and work independently and efficiently.Good computer skills including accurate and quick data entryMust have a car and a clean, valid driver's license.Prior relevant legal experience in Social Security Administration disability representationAbility to speak Spanish a plus
Staff Attorney Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Attorney will primarily be responsible for providing legal representation and assistance in Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims and may be assigned cases involving eligibility for public assistance and Medicaid benefits.May also be assigned cases involving the essential legal needs of low-income clients such as housing, consumer rights, elder law, and family law.Responsibilities include representation in court and administrative proceedings; legal advice and brief services to clients; client legal education and in-service training to human service providers on legal issues; and case reporting and outcome reporting to grant funders.
Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a professional law office environment and occasionally may require the carrying of items of up to 20 pounds. This role requires the use of standard office equipment and software and remote videoconferencing platforms. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.We are a unionized program with excellent benefits, offering generous time off, excellent health insurance coverage with premiums primarily paid by LASNNY, health and long-term disability insurance, retirement contributions, tuition reimbursement, qualifying moving expenses, and flexible hybrid -remote and alternative work schedules.
Application Deadline: Until Filled
At LASNNY we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. We strongly encourage applications from women, BIPOC, LGBTQI+ persons, protected veterans, applicants and recipients of public assistance, older adults, and people with disabilities.
If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at LASNNY and we will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.
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