Family Law Managing Attorney

LEAD THE CHARGE FOR FAMILY JUSTICE

Family Law Managing Attorney - Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York (Plattsburgh or Canton Office)

Are you a seasoned family law attorney ready to transform lives while leading a dynamic legal team? Do you have the vision, passion, and expertise to champion justice for vulnerable families across upstate New York?

The Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York seeks an exceptional Family Law Managing Attorney to lead our mission-critical work protecting families, children, and individuals facing their most challenging legal battles. This is your opportunity to combine high-level legal practice with strategic leadership, directly impacting thousands of lives while mentoring the next generation of public interest attorneys.

WHO WE ARE

LASNNY stands at the forefront of civil legal services, fighting for fairness, dignity, and justice across sixteen counties in upstate New York. We don't just practice law-we transform communities by addressing both individual cases and systemic inequities that perpetuate poverty and injustice. Our six regional offices serve as pillars of hope for those who need legal advocacy most.

YOUR LEADERSHIP MISSION

As our Family Law Managing Attorney , you will serve as both a legal strategist and inspirational leader, overseeing comprehensive family law services while managing multi-office operations. You'll guide a talented team of attorneys, paralegals, and support staff in delivering exceptional legal representation to clients facing domestic violence, custody disputes, divorce proceedings, and other critical family law matters.

This role demands excellence, creativity, and unwavering commitment to justice.

ESSENTIAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Operations Management

Direct day-to-day operations of office locations and specialized legal practice areas

Supervise and mentor attorneys, paralegals, law clerks, client services coordinators, and case handlers across multiple regional offices

• Collaborate with executive leadership to ensure program excellence, grant compliance, and strategic goal achievement
• Maintain the highest professional standards while adhering to program requirements and funder expectations

Legal Excellence & Community Impact

Team Leadership & Development

Required Qualifications

Preferred Experience That Sets You Apart

Essential Skills for Success

YOUR PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

Join our professional law office environment equipped with cutting-edge technology and collaborative spaces designed for both in-person teamwork and remote flexibility. We provide all necessary tools and reasonable accommodations to ensure every team member can excel in their role.

WHY LASNNY?

At LASNNY, we champion diversity and inclusion as core values. We actively seek attorneys from all backgrounds and encourage applications from women, BIPOC individuals, LGBTQ+ persons, protected veterans, public assistance recipients, older adults, and people with disabilities. Your unique perspective strengthens our ability to serve our diverse communities effectively.

We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military / veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

READY TO LEAD THE FIGHT FOR FAMILY JUSTICE?

If you're an accomplished attorney ready to combine your legal expertise with visionary leadership, we want to hear from you. Join us in building a more equitable justice system where every family has access to exceptional legal representation.

Your leadership can change lives. Your vision can transform communities. Your expertise can deliver justice.

Need accommodation during the application process? Contact LASNNY- we're committed to ensuring qualified individuals with disabilities can fully participate in our hiring process.