3 Open Attorney Positions

Legal Aid Society of Rockland County • Full-time • New City, New York State, United States • $70.40k - $132.46k / year • 18h ago

Legal Aid Society of Rockland County, Inc. (LASRC), a legal services organization that represents the indigent population of Rockland County, New York seeks three full-time lawyers for its office in New City, New York as follows:

(1) Staff Attorney – Housing/Evictions – Defending clients’ rights to retain housing primarily in Justice Courts but the position may require affirmative litigation in state and/or federal courts. Entry-level attorneys are welcome!

(2) Supervising Attorney – Housing/Evictions – Both direct advocacy of clients’ rights to retain housing – in Justice Courts and in state and/or federal courts – and supervision of staff attorneys in that unit. Applicants must have at least five (5) years’ litigation experience. In addition to a salary based on LASRC’s lockstep salary scale depending on years of experience, this position will receive a stipend for its supervisory obligations. Supervisory experience in a legal setting is preferred but not required.

(3) Immigration Attorney – Highly motivated immigration attorney to establish and lead LASRC’s immigration practice. Ideal for a self-starter who is eager to build something from the ground up, shape strategy, and develop a thriving practice area with significant autonomy. Some experience with representation in immigration proceedings is required, and the candidate must be willing to assist in the process of developing grant applications and reports to increase funding for the practice.

LASRC offers a collegial and supportive work environment with a rewarding practice and great in-court experience.

Qualifications. All applicants must have:

1. Excellent analytical and writing skills.

2. Commitment to public interest law.

3. Commitment to fighting racism and all other forms of oppression.

4. Interest in and willingness to represent individual clients as well as address systemic issues.

5. Admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility to practice in New York until admission (law graduates and lawyers admitted in other states).

Fluency in Spanish, Haitian Creole, or Yiddish is a plus, but not required.

Program Profile: Rockland County is a suburban region located 30 miles northwest of New York City. LASRC has represented income-eligible clients in civil cases since its inception in 1965 and has represented children in family court since 1989. Our clients are racially, religiously, and linguistically diverse.

Salary and Benefits for admitted lawyers: Salary for admitted lawyers ranges from $70,402 to $132,459, depending on experience (not including stipends for supervisory positions). Excellent benefits, including 401(k), paid time off, and health, dental, and vision insurance.

Positions will remain open until filled. Please email a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to vcarlone@legalaidrockland.org. (Cover letters are required and resumes received without cover letters will not be considered.)

The Legal Aid Society is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ candidates are encouraged to apply.

Schedule: Monday to Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m

Work Location: In person

Pay: $70,402.00 - $132,459.00 per year

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