Legal Services of the Hudson Valley
http://www.lshv.org
Job Type: Staff Attorney - Nanuet, NY
Schedule Type: Full-Time
Position DescriptionLegal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has an immediate opening for a staff attorney in our Nanuet office, who will provide legal services in contested/uncontested matrimonial matters and some family court.
Duties of the Position: Represent clients primarily in Rockland County in all aspects of domestic violence and matrimonial actions, whether contested or uncontested; including appellate practice; provide in depth consultation services (advice and counsel) to clients in domestic violence and matrimonial cases; and conduct education 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 all LSHV staff and access to justice communities.
Qualifications- Member in good standing of the New York State Bar; or out-of-state admission with eligibility and willingness to be admitted in NYS.
- Three or more years of legal experience, including matrimonial litigation, or its equivalent;
- Understanding of the nature and dynamics of domestic violence and power and control;
- Understanding and/or willingness to learn about different cultures and how culture impacts legal issues
- Excellent people skills;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; and
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders.
Preferred- Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income persons with prior experience in legal services or similar program;
- English/Spanish bi-lingual
Salary: $78,850 - $145,784, DOE, union scale, with excellent benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability coverage, as well as a defined contribution to a 403 (b), 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. Professional development includes access to job-related trainings, CLEs, a Mentoring Program, and an Emerging Leaders Program.
