Staff Attorney
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$83,000-$100,000 per year |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Riverdale, New York |
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Job Description
Location: Bronx, NY
Schedule: 4 Days per Week (Onsite)Are you a passionate attorney looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older adults? We’re partnering with a leading elder justice organization in Bronx, NY, seeking a dedicated Staff Attorney to join its multidisciplinary team. This is an opportunity to provide direct legal services, advocate for vulnerable seniors, and contribute to important elder justice initiatives across New York City and Westchester County.Position Overview:
We are seeking a part-time, in-person Staff Attorney to provide direct legal services, advocate for shelter residents, and handle court appearances across NYC and Westchester County, including Family, Housing, and Supreme Court matters.
Key Responsibilities:- Develop legal strategies in collaboration with social workers and other professionals.
- Provide direct legal services and advocacy to elder abuse survivors.
- Represent clients in Family, Housing, and Supreme Court matters.
- Coordinate and deliver training and community outreach.
- Assist with grant writing and reporting.
- Participate in policy and legislative work related to elder justice.
- Build and maintain relationships with community partners, agencies, and law enforcement.
- Juris Doctorate (JD) and admission to practice in New York State required.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Experience in elder abuse, domestic violence, or victim advocacy preferred.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Employment Type: Part-Time
- Schedule: 4 days a week, in-office
- Location: Bronx, NY
- Court Coverage: NYC and Westchester County
- Salary: $83,000–$100,000 annually witth Benefits
- Benefits: Health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities
Ready to use your legal expertise to advocate for older adults and make a meaningful difference? Apply today and take the next step in your career!
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PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment
PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.
Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment
Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.
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