Job summary: The Staff Attorney’s duties include research, analysis and writing about complex legal issues, inclusive of all activities required for service delivery within the scope of the contract/program (as defined by the funder).

Responsibilities/essential functions:

Demonstrated commitment to public interest law and social justice
Able to work well with clients from disadvantage backgrounds and variety of demographics
Able to issue-spot and judge the merits of potential client cases and work to resolve if within the scope of service currently in effect
Perform factual and legal research and analysis on a variety of legal issues
Prepare written legal arguments, documents and correspondence
Provide clients with counseling and assistance to ensure maintenance of housing and other government benefits
Represent clients in administrative hearings
Conduct client outreach, including facilitating educational workshops and trainings
Conduct client intakes
Able to work closely in congenial manner with other departmental staff and supervisors and share duties as necessary
Maintain accurate documentation, progress notes, and data tools both physically and electronically in a timely manner
Able to prioritize and manage time efficiently
Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and in-service trainings
Maintain confidentiality of HIV/AIDS clients as well as client information in general
Perform general clerical duties
Provide coverage for other areas as directed/needed

Qualifications:

J.D. degree and admission to the New York State Bar;
Preferred 1-5 years of prior associate-level experience in a particular area of expertise;
Excellent written, analytical, oral, organizational, and time management skills;
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively on an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment, high-intensity environment
Perform additional duties as assigned

PROJECT HOSPITALITY - STATEN ISLAND NY

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