Job description

TITLE: Foreclosure Staff Attorney

REPORTS TO: Supervising Attorney, Foreclosure Prevention Project

Position Summary: The Foreclosure Staff Attorney will provide legal services to clients of The Legal Project, Inc. who are facing foreclosure. The Foreclosure Staff Attorney provides legal advice and representation to homeowners who are at risk of foreclosure. The Staff Attorney represents homeowners in all stages of litigation. The Staff Attorney also conducts consultations with homeowners giving general legal advice. The Staff Attorney will also conduct trainings and workshops for Legal Project staff and/or community partners, as instructed.

PRINICPAL RESPONSIBILITES:

• Provide high-quality legal representation to homeowners who are facing foreclosure in settlement conferences, foreclosure defenses, and other litigation that may be necessary
• Provide consultations to homeowners on matters relating to foreclosure as necessary.
• Work as part of a team to ensure that homeowners receive appropriate legal services.
• Make referrals to community resources specifically HUD approved housing counselors as appropriate.
• Participate in team problem solving with Legal Project staff to ensure the smooth and effective functioning of programs.
• Attend HOMESAVE meetings as necessary
• Maintain and update knowledge of developments in the legal field related to foreclosure
• Assist in the identification of other legal needs for future program development.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Admitted to NYS Bar.

2. Commitment to providing high quality legal services to clients

3. Foreclosure and/or other housing related experience preferred

4. Excellent advocacy, research and writing skills and strong attention to detail

5. Strong organizational and administrative skills

6. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

7. Ability to think strategically and creatively, solve problems, exercise initiative and manage multiple tasks/projects and sensitive information while also being able to determine when to ask for assistance

8. Ability and willingness to work in a team

9. Impeccable integrity, judgment and discretion

10. Support mission and vision of The Legal Project.

The Capital District Women’s Bar Association Legal Project, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or veteran status. We strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

To Apply: Submit, cover letter indicating your interest in the position, writing sample to Carla Brogoch, Legal Director

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $63,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Admission to the New York Bar (Required)

Work Location: In person

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