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Job Description
Supervising Attorney - General Law
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Ithaca office of LawNY® seeks to fill an opening for a Supervising Attorney in our General Law Unit. The Attorney will provide direct legal representation to claimants appealing denials of Supplemental Security Ie (SSI) and Social Security Disability (SSDI) claims. This work will include administrative appeals within the Social Security Administration appeals process, as well as litigation in federal court. In addition, the Attorney will supervise up to five staff members, consisting of Staff Attorneys and Paralegals who are providing direct representation to clients on government benefits issues (SSI/SSDI, unemployment insurance, public assistance and SNAP), elder law, and education law. We encourage applicants with a wide range of substantive legal experience to apply. We expect those who fill this position will grow and adapt their practice to the needs of themunity and theanization, and place an emphasis on supervision skills and the ability to practice in multiple forums. The candidate must have the caring, patience, and emotional maturity to help people with low ie ovee crisis situations.
QUALIFICATIONS
These are the basic requirements for the position. Admitted to practice and in good standing in New York State.
Three (3) years experience providing legal services as a licensed attorney.
Demonstratedmitment of service to people with low-ie.
COMPENSATION PACKAGE
The beginning salary for a Supervising Attorney at LawNY with 3 years of experience is $85,000 and the salary for a Supervising Attorney with 30 years of experience is $116,600. Salary will be based on experience. LawNY is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan iveness program(PSLF). LawNY® provides an excellent package of fringe benefits including: 94% Employer paid Medical Premium with 100% Employer paid in-network deductible 100% Employer paid Dental Insurance
100% Employer paid Life Insurance
100% Employer paid Enhanced Short-term Disability
100% Employer paid Long-term Disability
Vision Insurance
20 Paid Vacation days per year
12 Sick days per year
5 Personal days per year
13.5 Holidays plus 2 floating Holidays per year
35-Hour Work Week
Hybrid Work Schedule (new staff are able to work from home up to 3 days per week. After 6 months, this increases to 5 days per week with Manager approval, as workload permits)
RESPONSIBILITIES
These are the most significant responsibilities and primary functions of the position. Provide respectful culturallypetent legal services to clients with low ie and client groups including advice, negotiation, litigation and administrative advocacy.
Manage multiple tasks and deadlines while supervising caseload of supervisees and coordinate the periodic review of the cases.
Develop and maintain specialized knowledge of administrative law and federal court practice as it relates to claims for SSI and SSDI benefits.
Identify leadership development and mentoring opportunities for supervisees and train less-experienced attorneys, paralegals and/or other staff in their pursuit of career advancement.
Create and maintain a safe and healthy work environment for supervisees.
Build relationships and collaborate with human services providers, non-profitanizations,munity groups, and impactedmunity members as well as the courts, administrative tribunals, and the private bar to address legal problems within ourmunity. Take responsibility for proper grant management requirements, program reporting, timekeeping, file maintenance, case closing, andpliance review.
Maintain a high level of professionalpetence through attendance of training sessions, seminars and conferences and individual efforts to keep abreast of current developments in the area of poverty law and the application of an equity lens to client service.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To review our full application process and tips for your application and interview, see here. www.lawny/ApplyingtoLawNY To apply, submit your cover letter, resume, and three professional references through LawNY®'s BambooHR platform found here: lawny.bamboohr/careers/275 When outlining work experience on a resume, candidates are requested to label each position as full-time or part-time and describe unpaid volunteer/internships as such. The application for this position is open until filled. To promote social justice and achieve our mission, LawNY® ismitted to supporting our diverse staff and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace. In your cover letter, please also include an explanation of how you think that your background and experience has prepared you to contribute to our mission, vision and values at LawNY®. We aremitted to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. If you require any amodations to support you in your role - whether for your interview, onboarding, or your day-to-day work, please let us know by sending an to:amodationrequestlawny. Any information d will remain confidential and only be used to ensure the appropriate support is in place before your first day. As part of your employment, LawNY will provide the necessary hardware to support your role. Questions? Contact Michelle Grillone at mgrillonelawny LawNY is an Equal Opportunity Employer and ismitted to supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We wee applicants of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences, and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you meet the basic qualifications of the role, we encourage you to apply! This position is considered Exempt pursuant to the Fair Labor Standards Act.
