Staff Attorney- Housing Kingston NY

Schedule Type: Full-Time

Job Description

Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has an immediate opening in its Kingston, NY office for a full-time staff attorney to work on housing matters. The attorney will also serve low-income individuals and families with matters including eviction, unlawful lockouts, 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. The position will cover Ulster County.

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, will be required.

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 litigation, or its equivalent;
• Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income persons with prior experience in legal services or similar program;
• Excellent people skills;
• Excellent time management skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Valid driver's license and access to vehicle

Preferred

• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders;
• Experience working with clients with mental health issues;
• English/Spanish bilingual.

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.