Role OverviewThe Staff Attorney will provide legal services and engage in individual and systemic representation and litigation. The role involves working with people with disabilities to ensure the protection of their rights. The Staff Attorney will investigate allegations of abuse and neglect, monitor service providers, and analyze cases to determine systemic issues. They will also consult with professionals, lead projects, and participate in committees.
What You Will Do
The Staff Attorney will perform a wide range of duties, including providing legal representation, investigating allegations of abuse, monitoring service providers, and analyzing cases. They will also consult with professionals, lead projects, and participate in committees.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated interest and commitment to public interest law, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently and collaboratively as part of a team. They will also have strong organizational and problem-solving skills, outstanding professionalism and ethical judgment, and the ability to work with diverse groups of individuals.
Requirements
- Be a member in good standing of the New York State Bar or eligible to waive in from another jurisdiction
- Have 0 to 5 years experience
- Demonstrated interest and commitment to public interest law
- Ability to work efficiently, independently, and collaboratively as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills
- Relationship-building skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Outstanding professionalism and ethical judgment
- Multilingual skills preferred
- Ability to work with diverse groups of individuals
- Must be a New York State resident
- Work and reside in New York State consistent with DRNY’s policies
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Employer-paid premiums for health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Generous paid time off benefits
- SEP IRA and 403(b) retirement plans
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