Description:

A 501 Non-Profit Legal Aid Provider Based in New York City Civil Practice is seeking an experienced and talented lawyer with a deep commitment to public interest practice and policy to join a dedicated team of managers, staff attorneys, social workers, supervisors, paralegal casehandlers, and support personnel as the Attorney-in-Charge of the Civil Practice's Bronx Neighborhood Office. The Attorney-in-Charge (AIC) is responsible for the overall administration and oversight of approximately 140 staff comprised of unionized staff attorneys, paralegal and administrative staff and a management team of 16. The AIC participates in Practice-wide and Society-wide management discussions and decision-making and is responsible for maintaining relationships with other stakeholders in the legal, court, and service communities.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Together with the Chief Attorney of the Civil Practice, provide legal and managerial leadership for the Civil Practice in the Bronx
Responsible for overall office management and operations
Supervise, mentor, train, and encourage professional development of managers, staff attorneys, paralegals, social workers, and support staff
Monitor and maintain a high standard of representation and client service
Assist with the development, funding, implementation, and reporting of programs
Coordinate intake
Provide oversight of pro bono initiatives within the office
Respond to client, community, and staff concerns
Foster and encourage teamwork and communication
Reinforce and maintain staff accountability
Develop and maintain community support and relationships with community-based organizations, advocates, government agencies, elected officials, and courts
Represent the Civil Practice and Legal Aid in the community
Facilitate and conduct community education, training, and outreach, and promote the work of the office and the Civil Practice
Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Admission to the New York State Bar
Minimum of eight years of legal practice preferred
Demonstrated commitment to addressing fundamental issues of poverty and justice within a comprehensive civil legal services model of representation and an interest in creative approaches to management and staff development
Experience litigating in various legal forums, including state and federal courts
Knowledge in various practice areas within civil legal services preferred
Excellent litigation, oral, and written advocacy skills
Demonstrated leadership ability
Supervisory and management experience required
Experience supervising and mentoring others with diverse backgrounds, experience levels, and work styles
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organization skills
Commitment to exploring creative and alternative approaches for legal practice
Pro bono, government, public service, and academic experience is desirable, but not required
Grant-writing and fundraising experience preferred
Proficiency in languages other than English is desirable, but not required