Supervising Attorney

Position Title: Supervising Attorney

Reports to: Department Director

Department: Food & Housing Division Office: Preserving Housing

Status: Full Time (Exempt) Temporary Per Contract

Summary: Attorney with housing court or other relevant experience who is admitted to the New York State Bar. The candidate will possess a demonstrable background in public interest work, and a commitment to the mission of Catholic Charities Community Services. The individuals must have strong self-motivation, and excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills to lead a team of attorneys, case managers, paralegals, and housing advocates by effectively communicating expectations, goals, while fostering an open environment that facilitates communication. A commitment to producing high-quality work in a timely manner is essential. Familiarity with relevant housing court practice and residential landlord-tenant law is preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the EPGP program, develop and maintain overall goals and objectives of the program
2. Stay abreast of the NYS laws related to housing court
3. Supervise paralegals, program manager and support team to ensure the clients receive the best legal representation
4. Coordinate intake and respond to client, community, and staff concerns
5. Monitor and maintain a high standard of holistic representation and client service
6. Analyze legal issues, develop legal strategy, and supervise the implementation of legal strategies
7. Represent clients by maintaining a caseload and co-counseling with staff attorneys
8. Develop and maintain community support and relationships with community-based organizations and resources, government agencies, elected officials, and the courts
9. Develop and maintain productive work environment
10. Conduct community education, training, and outreach to promote the work of the office
11. Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and/or experience required:

1. Juris Doctor degree and admission to the NYS Bar.

Skills, Licenses, and/or competencies required:

1. Juris Doctor with at least 5 years or more of legal and supervisory experience and practice
2. Member in good standing of the New York Bar
3. Prior supervisory experience preferred
4. Demonstrated commitment to public interest or pro bono work
5. Excellent oral and written communication skills
6. Excellent litigation skills
7. Ability to lead and motivate.
8. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure
9. Ability to work with highly confidential and privileged information
10. Ability to work in a collaborative, holistic team model
11. Proficiency in languages other than English is desirable, but not required