Staff Attorney - Housing and Consumer Law Unit

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Job location
1 W. Main Street Suite 800
Rochester, NY 14614
United States
Organization information
Organization name: 
Legal Aid Society of Rochester, Inc.
Street address: 
1 W. Main Street Suite 800
City: 
Rochester
State: 
New York
ZIP: 
14614
Job type: 
Legal - Civil
Position Description: 

Dedicated to ensuring dignity, equality, and fairness for over 100 years and the proud recipient of Greater Rochester Association for Women Attorney’s 2022 Family Friendly Award! 

Job Summary:

The Attorney will provide legal representation to low and middle-income litigants in Rochester City Court, Supreme Court, County Court, and Federal Bankruptcy Court. Legal services will be provided in housing and consumer law cases and other matters in Monroe, Ontario, and surrounding counties with a focus on foreclosure and eviction prevention. The Attorney will be part of a team of professionals who have dedicated themselves to the mission of LASROC, which is the provision of high-quality civil legal services to low- and moderate-income litigants. Services include direct representation, legal counseling, community outreach, education, and training  

Benefits:

Hybrid Work schedule 
Paid Lunch Hour
Employer contributions toward health and dental insurance plans
15 days of vacation to start (More based on experience)
96 hours of sick leave
32 hours of personal time
14 paid holidays a year
$600 per year internet stipend
3% match on the 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plan of your choice
5% language differential for being proficient in a program-relevant language
Professional development opportunities
Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer

Requirements: 

Juris Doctor (Candidates who are Admitted to NYS Bar; and Candidates who have received their JD and qualify for a judicial practice order are also invited to apply)
High level of initiative, self-motivation, and organization 
Excellent legal research and writing skills 
Strong negotiating ability 
Ability to articulate thoughts and ideas efficiently and accurately 
Respectful and empathetic consideration for clients 
Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and community partners 
Access to reliable transportation 
Bilingual capabilities are highly desired 

To apply: 

To apply click the link below and you will be transferred to BambooHR our applicant tracking system.

https://lasroc.bamboohr.com/careers/101?source=aWQ9MTE%3D

Notes: 
The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, NY provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Salary range: 
$70,000.00 - $82,000 - Based on experience
Submission deadline: 
Wednesday, July 31, 2024