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- Law Students & Law Graduates
Job Summary
The law graduate will work under the supervision of a supervising or managing attorney to provide direct and comprehensive services to eligible clients in civil legal matters as assigned. They should demonstrate an understanding and commitment to LASMNY’s mission and value of justice as they:
- Verify eligibility information in accordance with our Case Management
- Policy and priorities for service
- Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, legal memorandums, advocacy letters, and other legal papers
- Participate in staff and case acceptance meetings and program-wide workgroups
- Complete other duties as assigned
Essential Job Functions
- Effectively and efficiently communicate with clients/applicants for services over the phone or in-person;
- Interview clients competently and objectively;
- Prepare and file briefs, motions, and other necessary judicial pleadings;
- Independently manage a caseload, including fully litigating assigned cases, when appropriate;
- Accurately and timely record billable time and case notes in our case management system;
- Work professionally and collaboratively with colleagues, judges, opposing counsel, court personnel, community members, etc.;
- Show commitment to professional growth in diverse areas of law;
- Engage in outreach and community education;
- Attend and participate in meetings and trainings as requested;
- Comply with all Legal Services Corporation (LSC) and LASMNY policies, procedures, and grant-based reporting requirements;
- Perform reasonable and related duties as assigned by a managing attorney or direct supervisor.
Job Qualifications
- Law degree from an accredited law school
- Seek admission to (NYS) Bar;
- Proficient with Microsoft Office or related software and computerized legal research;
- Bilingual or multilingual is a plus.
Salary is dependent on experience. LASMNY offers a generous benefit package, eligibility for most benefits are as of date of hire - medical, vision, dental, life, supplemental life, voluntary benefits, flexible spending, health saving account+, 403(b), retirement, mileage reimbursement, training, registration fees, bar dues, paid time off, parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty, bar exam leave, employee assistance plan, loan repayment and (14) holidays. Remote work upon approval by management.
