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Posted : Thursday, November 16, 2023 08:27 PM
Job Classification: Full-time, exempt
Reports to: Supervising Attorney, Housing and Consumer Unit
Post date: April 26, 2024
Start date: As soon as position is filled
Salary range: $80,320-$97,520 (based on JustCause’s salary scale and 0-6 years of relevant experience)
Organization Overview:
JustCause was first established in 1981 under the name “Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County, Inc.
(VLSP)” to provide pro bono legal assistance to people who cannot afford an attorney when facing serious civil legal problems.
Since its inception, the mission of the organization has been to improve the quality of life of individuals living in low-income households in Monroe County by providing pro bono attorneys to assist with serious civil matters affecting the essentials of life.
JustCause is located at the Telesca Center for Justice in downtown Rochester, along with partner agencies, the Legal Aid Society of Rochester, Legal Assistance of Western New York, and Empire Justice Center.
While the three other legal services organizations provide direct services to clients (utilizing primarily their own staff), JustCause’s programs leverage a pro bono panel of more than 1,500 volunteers to provide pro bono legal services to those who need it most in our community.
JustCause services benefit over 10,000 people living in low-income households every year with a wide range of legal issues impacting their family’s health, safety, and well-being.
JustCause programs include Family Law, Tenant Defense, Wills, Veterans Outreach, Micro-Entrepreneurship, Immigration, Bankruptcy, pro se Help Centers at the state and federal courts (on-site at the Monroe County Hall of Justice and the Western District of New York federal courthouse), among others.
Job Summary: JustCause is seeking to add another Staff Attorney to our growing legal team of seven (7) highly-experienced attorneys, supported by twelve (12) paralegals.
As a key member of the Tenant Defense Program team, the Staff Attorney will provide support to clients and volunteer attorneys in housing matters.
Specifically, the Staff Attorney will represent clients in landlord/tenant court and provide advice and counsel to clients over the telephone.
As needed, this position assists with JustCause on- and off-site clinics, continuing legal education (CLE) seminars, training paralegals, volunteer attorneys, and supervising interns.
In addition, there will be opportunities to support community-related legal and social justice committees, working groups, and events.
After one year of successful employment, the Attorney will have the opportunity to work in other program areas (e.
g.
, Family, Consumer, Health, Business, Immigration, etc.
) in addition to the Tenant Defense Program, if desired.
Responsibilities ● Representing clients facing eviction in landlord/tenant court ● Providing advice and counsel over the telephone to tenants ● Recruiting and mentoring pro bono attorneys and volunteers ● Reviewing and assessing cases for possible placement or limited scope assistance by volunteer attorneys ● Training, assisting, and supporting pro bono attorneys with all legal issues concerning their cases, including but not limited to providing legal research or preparing or assisting with the preparation of various legal documents when necessary or requested ● Assigning, directing, supervising, and assessing work of paralegals, interns, and law students ● Providing legal information and referrals to individuals who do not qualify for our program services ● Managing cases, reporting progress, and recording time in a case management system ● Effectively communicating with clients, pro bono attorneys, and the courts ● Participating in community outreach and community-related and social justice committees, working groups, and other events as needed ● Assisting in the administration of grants and grant reporting Required Qualifications ● Law Degree and licensed in the State of New York; new graduates welcome to apply ● An interest in housing law ● Must reside in or around Monroe County, NY (flexible work-from-home policy, but must be able to attend in-person meetings and events in and around Rochester) ● A strong commitment to justice, equity, and community wellness.
Demonstrated interest in serving low-income people ● Ability to work independently and exercise sound and compassionate judgment while serving a very diverse clientele that may be in crisis or have endured various forms of trauma ● Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective relationships with the courts, the private bar, bar associations, and community organizations ● Ability to work cooperatively with fellow staff, supervisors, interns, and pro bono volunteers ● Excellent written and oral communication skills and telephonic and in-person interviewing skills ● Ability to effectively “issue-spot” ● Database and records/case management skills and ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information ● Highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to working in a client-focused and collegial environment ● Commitment to continuous process improvement and comfort with change ● A pleasant and professional demeanor and a balanced sense of humor Preferred Qualifications ● Written and spoken fluency in language(s) other than English ● Prior experience working in legal services or related field ● Prior experience recruiting or mentoring pro bono attorneys ● Knowledge or experience regarding landlord/tenant matters Salary and Compensation Salary depends upon prior relevant experience and in accordance with JustCause’s standard salary scale.
JustCause is committed to pay equity and transparency.
Immediately upon hire, JustCause employees are eligible for an excellent benefits package, including (but not limited to) the following: ● Generous leave time and paid holidays ● Choice of high deductible or copay health insurance plan; JustCause pays 100% of the employee’s premium ● JustCause contribution of 3% of salary to 403(b) retirement plan (no employee match required) ● Parking reimbursement for all trips to office ● Short- and long-term disability insurance and New York Paid Family Leave JustCause does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, age, or marital status and is an equal access/equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
JustCause maintains a collaborative, collegial, flexible, and hybrid workspace and environment, allowing employees to work from the office or remotely depending on organizational needs; and as needed to attend in-person meetings and events.
JustCause takes all actions needed to ensure the safety of staff and clients.
Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume explaining your interest and qualifications to jobs@justcauseny.
org.
Please include the job title in the subject line.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $80,320.
00 - $97,520.
00 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate: * Rochester, NY 14614: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rochester, NY 14614
(VLSP)” to provide pro bono legal assistance to people who cannot afford an attorney when facing serious civil legal problems.
Since its inception, the mission of the organization has been to improve the quality of life of individuals living in low-income households in Monroe County by providing pro bono attorneys to assist with serious civil matters affecting the essentials of life.
JustCause is located at the Telesca Center for Justice in downtown Rochester, along with partner agencies, the Legal Aid Society of Rochester, Legal Assistance of Western New York, and Empire Justice Center.
While the three other legal services organizations provide direct services to clients (utilizing primarily their own staff), JustCause’s programs leverage a pro bono panel of more than 1,500 volunteers to provide pro bono legal services to those who need it most in our community.
JustCause services benefit over 10,000 people living in low-income households every year with a wide range of legal issues impacting their family’s health, safety, and well-being.
JustCause programs include Family Law, Tenant Defense, Wills, Veterans Outreach, Micro-Entrepreneurship, Immigration, Bankruptcy, pro se Help Centers at the state and federal courts (on-site at the Monroe County Hall of Justice and the Western District of New York federal courthouse), among others.
Job Summary: JustCause is seeking to add another Staff Attorney to our growing legal team of seven (7) highly-experienced attorneys, supported by twelve (12) paralegals.
As a key member of the Tenant Defense Program team, the Staff Attorney will provide support to clients and volunteer attorneys in housing matters.
Specifically, the Staff Attorney will represent clients in landlord/tenant court and provide advice and counsel to clients over the telephone.
As needed, this position assists with JustCause on- and off-site clinics, continuing legal education (CLE) seminars, training paralegals, volunteer attorneys, and supervising interns.
In addition, there will be opportunities to support community-related legal and social justice committees, working groups, and events.
After one year of successful employment, the Attorney will have the opportunity to work in other program areas (e.
g.
, Family, Consumer, Health, Business, Immigration, etc.
) in addition to the Tenant Defense Program, if desired.
Responsibilities ● Representing clients facing eviction in landlord/tenant court ● Providing advice and counsel over the telephone to tenants ● Recruiting and mentoring pro bono attorneys and volunteers ● Reviewing and assessing cases for possible placement or limited scope assistance by volunteer attorneys ● Training, assisting, and supporting pro bono attorneys with all legal issues concerning their cases, including but not limited to providing legal research or preparing or assisting with the preparation of various legal documents when necessary or requested ● Assigning, directing, supervising, and assessing work of paralegals, interns, and law students ● Providing legal information and referrals to individuals who do not qualify for our program services ● Managing cases, reporting progress, and recording time in a case management system ● Effectively communicating with clients, pro bono attorneys, and the courts ● Participating in community outreach and community-related and social justice committees, working groups, and other events as needed ● Assisting in the administration of grants and grant reporting Required Qualifications ● Law Degree and licensed in the State of New York; new graduates welcome to apply ● An interest in housing law ● Must reside in or around Monroe County, NY (flexible work-from-home policy, but must be able to attend in-person meetings and events in and around Rochester) ● A strong commitment to justice, equity, and community wellness.
Demonstrated interest in serving low-income people ● Ability to work independently and exercise sound and compassionate judgment while serving a very diverse clientele that may be in crisis or have endured various forms of trauma ● Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective relationships with the courts, the private bar, bar associations, and community organizations ● Ability to work cooperatively with fellow staff, supervisors, interns, and pro bono volunteers ● Excellent written and oral communication skills and telephonic and in-person interviewing skills ● Ability to effectively “issue-spot” ● Database and records/case management skills and ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information ● Highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to working in a client-focused and collegial environment ● Commitment to continuous process improvement and comfort with change ● A pleasant and professional demeanor and a balanced sense of humor Preferred Qualifications ● Written and spoken fluency in language(s) other than English ● Prior experience working in legal services or related field ● Prior experience recruiting or mentoring pro bono attorneys ● Knowledge or experience regarding landlord/tenant matters Salary and Compensation Salary depends upon prior relevant experience and in accordance with JustCause’s standard salary scale.
JustCause is committed to pay equity and transparency.
Immediately upon hire, JustCause employees are eligible for an excellent benefits package, including (but not limited to) the following: ● Generous leave time and paid holidays ● Choice of high deductible or copay health insurance plan; JustCause pays 100% of the employee’s premium ● JustCause contribution of 3% of salary to 403(b) retirement plan (no employee match required) ● Parking reimbursement for all trips to office ● Short- and long-term disability insurance and New York Paid Family Leave JustCause does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, age, or marital status and is an equal access/equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
JustCause maintains a collaborative, collegial, flexible, and hybrid workspace and environment, allowing employees to work from the office or remotely depending on organizational needs; and as needed to attend in-person meetings and events.
JustCause takes all actions needed to ensure the safety of staff and clients.
Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume explaining your interest and qualifications to jobs@justcauseny.
org.
Please include the job title in the subject line.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $80,320.
00 - $97,520.
00 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate: * Rochester, NY 14614: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rochester, NY 14614
• Phone : NA
• Location : 1 West Main Street, Rochester, NY
• Post ID: 9156699028
