Staff Attorney-Housing, Peekskill, NY
Legal Services of the Hudson Valley - Peekskill, New York, United States
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Legal Services of the Hudson Valley Legal Services of the Hudson Valleyhttp://www.lshv.orgJob Type: Staff Attorney - Peekskill, NYSchedule Type: Full-Time Position DescriptionLegal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has an immediate opening in our Peekskill office for a full-time staff attorney to work on housing matters, in Northern Westchester and Putnam County courts. The attorney will also serve low-income individuals and families with matters including eviction, unlawful lock-outs, habitability issues and succession rights challenges.
As many of our clients have protected housing or have specialized housing vouchers, the work will include section 8 and other hearings on voucher changes or terminations. Duties of the Position: individual case work, administrative advocacy and litigation in city courts and justice courts, including appellate practice, and education and outreach efforts directed at community members, advocates and service providers.
The person hired will also be expected to adhere to program and case handling standards, funder requirements, the highest professional standards, and be available as a resource to LSHV staff and access to justice communities. Occasional appearances in night court pertaining to housing matters, may be required.Requirements
Admission to the New York State Bar or passed the NY bar and awaiting admission; or out of state admission with eligibility for pro hac vice status; we will consider 2025 law graduates who plan to sit for the NYS Bar Exam One or more years of legal experience, including litigation and handling high volume caseload; Excellent people skills; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to handle high stress situations; Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders; and Valid driver’s license and own transportationPreferred Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income persons with prior experience in legal services or similar program; English/Spanish bi-lingualSalary: $76,997- $130,164, DOE, union scale, with excellent benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability coverages, as well as a defined contribution to 403b, loan repayment assistance and paid parental leave.
After a brief probationary period, this position may permit work from home up to two days per week.Please apply at our Career Center by following the link, and include resume, cover letter writing sample and three references.Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Seniority level
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