Attorney/Lawyer

Robert Half • Bronx, NY • 3h ago

Description

We are looking for a dedicated Senior Attorney to provide legal representation to low-income tenants facing eviction and housing-related challenges in Bronx, New York. This role involves managing a dynamic caseload, advocating for clients in court, and working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support housing retention efforts.

The successful candidate will provide culturally sensitive services to low-income clients facing eviction by representing them in the Bronx County court and at NYCHA termination hearings under the supervision of a supervising attorney.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

Provide clients with counseling and assisting to ensure maintenance of housing.

Handle a full caseload of full representation non-payment and holdover proceedings in Bronx Housing Court and the NYCHA part.

Handle litigation before administrative agencies as necessary, including NYCHA termination hearings, etc.

Conduct outreach, including facilitating educational workshops and training.

Represent tenants at trial.

Prepare legal agreements, documents, motions, orders to show cause, etc.

Judge the merits and spot the issues of court cases that we are assigned by the court, the Department of Social Services, or self-referred.

Demonstrated commitment to public interest law and social justice.

Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and in-service trainings.

Maintain current and accurate documentation, progress notes, and data tools both physically and electronically.

Maintain Confidentiality.

Maintain a professional appearance.

Time management and prioritization.

Interacting with other departmental staff.

Perform general clerical duties.

Develop and maintain good communication with other programs and units within the organization to facilitate inter-agency referrals.

Provide coverage for other areas as directed/needed.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English for administrative purposes.

Must pass drug screening to be appointed.

This position may be subject to a series of investigations before and after appointment.

J.D from an ABA Accredited Law School.

Admittance to the NYS bar.

2 +years of experience with trial experience is a plus.

Litigation experience a plus.

Familiarity with New York City housing law and public benefits

Ability to handle stress and work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Experience providing client representation and handling a case from intake to closing.

Strong team building skills and ability to work individually.

Professional ethics and integrity.

Excellent communication, research, organizational and writing skills.

Ability to anticipate legal issues.

Experience working with low-income individuals.

Fluency in Spanish is preferred, but not required.

Strong time management skills.

Maturity, integrity and sound judgment.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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