Admitted to the NYS Bar in good standing or eligible for admission through reciprocity.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in tenant representation, particularly in NYC Housing Court.
Strong commitment to public interest law and housing rights advocacy.
In-depth knowledge of NYC housing law and associated benefits.
Exceptional legal research, analytical, and advocacy skills, both written and oral.
Proficient in computer skills for tracking, reporting, and administrative tasks.
Responsibilities
Supervise and mentor a team of attorneys, paralegals, and interns to ensure high-quality legal representation.
Lead case review meetings, overseeing legal analysis, strategy, and administration.
Supervise court appearances and provide support to entry-level attorneys.
Ensure paralegal provides effective support to attorneys and clients, including benefits application assistance.
Build relationships with community organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
Collaborate with program leadership to enhance policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with data entry and reporting requirements.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a mission-driven organization focused on social justice.
Mentorship and leadership development in a supportive environment.
Engagement with diverse community stakeholders and advocacy groups.
Reduced caseload allows for focused client representation.
Potential for professional growth through collaboration with experienced attorneys.
Full Job Description
BronxWorks seeks a Supervising Attorneys for its Tenant Defense Program. Reporting to the Director, you will mentor staff attorneys and a paralegal, oversee high-quality legal representation, and manage a reduced caseload. We seek social justice-driven leaders with expertise in NYC housing law and creative litigation strategies
RESPONSIBILITIES
Team Supervision and Mentorship:
Supervise a team of staff attorneys, a paralegal, and volunteers/interns, ensuring high standards of representation and client service while meeting program and grant objectives.
Lead regular case review meetings. Oversee analysis of legal issues, case strategy, and case administration. Set and enforce litigation schedules and deadlines. Review and edit pleadings and other written work products.
Supervise appearances in court and administrative proceedings. Second seat entry level attorneys.
Supervise team paralegal, ensuring high-quality support to staff attorneys and clients, including effective benefits application assistance, administrative and advocacy support.
Client Representation:
Maintain a reduced caseload, representing tenants in eviction proceedings in housing court and administrative settings, including hearings, trials, and appeals.
Community Engagement:
Build relationships with BronxWorks programs, community organizations, advocates, government agencies, elected officials, provider networks, and the courts.
Program Management:
Collaborate with the program director and other supervising attorneys to provide strategic leadership and direction and to develop and strengthen program policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with data entry and reporting requirements.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Admitted to the NYS Bar in good standing or eligible for admission through reciprocity.
At least 3 years of experience representing tenants in eviction proceedings, ideally in NYC Housing Court.
Demonstrated commitment to public interest law and housing rights.
Comprehensive knowledge of NYC housing law and related benefits.
Excellent legal research, analytical, written and oral advocacy, communication, and litigation skills.
Proficiency in computer skills for database tracking, report preparation, communication, and administrative tasks.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior supervisory experience in a legal setting preferred, and proficiency in Spanish or another relevant language.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time.
Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.
Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation.
Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time if required to conduct field work.
