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Staff Attorney- Public Benefits Kingston, NY

Staff Attorney- Public Benefits Kingston, NY

Legal Services of the Hudson Valley • Kingston, NY, United States
30+ days ago
Salary
$78,850.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview Job Type: Public Benefits Staff Attorney – Kingston, NY Schedule Type: Full-Time About Us For more than 50 years, Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has been providing free, high-quality legal counsel in civil matters when basic human needs are at stake including eviction and foreclosure prevention, domestic violence, disability, elder law, healthcare, consumer fraud and more. Our services support almost 600,000 poor and low-income families and individuals who cannot afford an attorney in our seven-county service area. With the gap separating those who can and cannot afford legal representation widening each day, we work to ensure that everyone has equal access to justice, regardless of their ability to pay. As the only provider of comprehensive civil legal services in the lower and mid-Hudson Valley (Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, Orange, Ulster and Sullivan), LSHV is proud to have handled over 12,000 cases impacting nearly 30,000 household members including 10,000 children last year. LSHV is made up of ten offices, and a dedicated and highly skilled staff of attorneys, paralegals and administrative professionals. Legal Services of the Hudson Valley is dedicated to building a highly skilled workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels supported to bring their authentic selves to work. We are committed to promoting equity for all, and we continuously review and strengthen our processes and practices to support our staff, clients and the communities we serve. Respect is a cornerstone of relationships among our staff. Position Description LSHV has an immediate opening in our Kingston office for a full-time Staff Attorney to work on public benefits and other matters. The attorney will serve low-income individuals and families living in Ulster County in matters including Medicaid, SNAP, Family Assistance, Safety Net Assistance, and unemployment benefits. Duties of the Position: individual case work, representation at administrative hearings, litigation in state and federal courts, and education and outreach efforts directed at community members, advocates, and services providers. The person hired will also be expected to adhere to program and case handling standards, funder requirements, the highest professional standards, and be available as a resource to LSHV staff and access to justice communities. Responsibilities Individual case work, representation at administrative hearings, and litigation in state and federal courts related to public benefits. Education and outreach efforts directed at community members, advocates, and service providers. Adherence to program and case handling standards and funder requirements; maintain high professional standards. Serve as a resource to LSHV staff and access to justice communities. Qualifications Admission to the New York State Bar or currently admitted or awaiting admission; or willingness and eligibility to be admitted in New York State. Understanding of the nature and dynamics of housing and benefits. Ability to handle a large caseload. Excellent people skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders. Preferred Two or more years of legal experience. Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income persons with prior experience in legal services or similar programs. Bi-lingual English/Spanish. Salary and Benefits Salary: $78,850 - $145,784, DOE, union scale, with benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, a defined contribution to a 403(b), loan repayment assistance, and paid parental leave. After a brief probationary period, this position may permit work from home up to two days per week. Professional development includes access to job-related training, a Mentoring Program, and an Emerging Leaders Program. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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