Description
Position Title: Staff Attorney – Housing
Location: Bronx, NY (Hybrid or In-Person)
Duration: Full-Time, Permanent
Bar Admission: New York Bar required
Overview:
A Bronx-based nonprofit legal services provider is seeking a Staff Attorney to represent low-income clients in eviction proceedings. The attorney will manage a full caseload and appear in Bronx Housing Court and administrative hearings, with a focus on preserving housing and promoting stability for vulnerable populations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in non-payment and holdover proceedings in Bronx Housing Court and NYCHA part
- Handle administrative hearings (e.g., NYCHA termination hearings) as needed
- Counsel clients on legal options and housing stability
- Draft and file legal documents, including motions and orders to show cause
- Represent clients at trial and other court appearances
- Conduct outreach through community workshops and legal education sessions
- Evaluate and assess the merits of assigned court cases
- Maintain case files, notes, and electronic records in compliance with confidentiality standards
- Collaborate with internal teams and partner organizations to facilitate referrals and services
- Participate in ongoing legal trainings, conferences, and internal meetings
- Perform general clerical and support tasks as needed
Qualifications:
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
- Licensed and in good standing with the New York State Bar
- Minimum 2 years of relevant landlord tenant experience (2+ years and trial experience preferred)
- Litigation experience in housing court or administrative forums preferred
- Strong legal writing, communication, and research skills
- Familiarity with NYC housing law, tenant rights, and public benefits
- Experience working with low-income and diverse communities
- Commitment to public interest law and social justice
- Ability to manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment
- Fluency in Spanish is preferred, but not required
- Strong time management, professionalism, and sound judgment
Additional Information:
- The role emphasizes culturally sensitive advocacy and direct client representation
- Competitive salary and benefits offered
This is a confidential opportunity facilitated by On Call Counsel on behalf of our client.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.
Pay:$113,000.00 - $113,000.00
