New York, New York30+ days ago
Supervise attorney and non-attorney advocates in providing excellent, client-centered representation to low- and no-income clients in housing court and administrative proceedings; Promote professional development of staff members through regular case reviews, litigation support, trainings, evaluations, and mentorship; Work as the primary liaison between HDP and the other departments within NDS, developing and overseeing inter-department referrals to HDP for housing cases and related collateral consequences; Handle modest caseload, including advice and brief service on general collateral consequences matters as needed, and full representation in anti-eviction and affirmative housing cases, primarily of clients referred by the NDS Criminal Defense and Family Defense Practices; Supervise and staff institutional intake assignments, as needed; Represent NDS at Coalition meetings and community-based initiatives; and, Embrace NDS’ philosophy of client-centered, community-based, holistic representation and commitment to excellence. Degree and admission to practice law in New York State or eligible for admission; At least three years of experience providing direct civil legal services; Familiarity with various forms of civil litigation, including but not limited to, administrative hearings, civil court proceedings, and Article 78 petitions; Possess knowledge of and/or willingness to learn about the criminal legal and/or family regulatory systems and their intersection with housing and civil issues; Excellent organizational and communication skills; Demonstrated leadership capabilities; Must be able to travel throughout New York City to the various courts, administrative agencies and to client appointments;*.