Build Up Justice NYC ยท 4 weeks ago
Deputy Director/Supervising Attorney, CED Program
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$110K/yr - $127K/yr
5+ years expBrooklyn Legal Services Corporation A is dedicated to providing free legal services for low-income residents of Brooklyn. The Deputy Director/Supervising Attorney for the Community & Economic Development Program will manage staff attorneys, ensure legal services are accessible, and represent the CED team at various events while promoting racial, social, and economic justice in New York City.
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Responsibilities
Coach and supervise the legal work of CED Program attorneys and assist attorneys with resolving representation strategies and professional responsibility obligations
Coordinate community legal education efforts, help develop legal advocacy resource materials, and promote and expand program access across the city
Provide oversight of program and grant compliance
Draft and coordinate preparation of narrative materials and support program fundraising, grant proposals, reporting and development
Develop and update programmatic and educational materials for clients and outreach events, as requested
Maintain strong working relationships with community organizations, funding sources, public officials, the media, and other individuals or groups related to program services
Represent the organization at meetings with funders, elected officials and government agencies and other stakeholders
Help manage pro bono partnerships with other legal firms
Develop ties to local law schools to improve internship and junior staff recruitment
Maintain an active caseload, collaborating with other staff on particularly challenging or impactful cases
Conduct legal research and keep current on law and procedures within the practice area
Attend client meetings and participate in community outreach efforts which may occur during evening and weekends as necessary
Attend meetings and perform administrative tasks related to the work, such as timekeeping and case management
Perform intake and provide advice, consultation, advocacy, and brief services to potential clients at clinic events
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Admission to the bar of the State of New York or present eligibility for admission
A minimum 5 years post-law school experience in transactional practice (including, but not limited to, commercial real estate or commercial leasing, nonprofit, corporate, finance, and contract law) or other relevant experience
Experience supervising attorneys and paralegals
Experience working with low-to-moderate income individuals, small business owners, and/or nonprofit organizations. Nonprofit practice and commercial lease experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated legal knowledge of the commercial leasing matters for small businesses in NYC
Demonstrated legal knowledge of nonprofit practice matters
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with individuals and communities from diverse backgrounds, local organizations, and people in complex multi-party transactions
Demonstrated ability to interact with persons of different races, ethnicities, ages, and sexual orientations in a multicultural environment and a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Excellent contract drafting and other legal writing and advocacy skills in English, bi-lingual Spanish preferred, Korean, Mandarin, and/or Cantonese, a plus
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with strong motivation to manage a high caseload, meet deadlines and expeditiously track matters towards resolution
Computer proficiency sufficient to independently review and draft materials relevant to the position, including legal documents, as well as track client information in our database, prepare reports for grantors, attend meetings, and perform administrative tasks related to the work, such as timekeeping and case dockets
Ability to read, analyze and interpret legal writing, technical procedures, rules or regulations, statues and case law
Thorough commitment to Build Up Justice NYC's mission and commitment to public interest work and economic equity
Benefits
27 days vacation
Employer paid health, dental and vision insurance
Employer contribution to 401(k)
Paid parental leave
Company
Build Up Justice NYC
For over 50 years, Build Up Justice NYC (formerly Brooklyn Legal Services Corporation A) has provided high-quality legal services (full legal representation, brief advice, and education) to low-to-moderate income individuals, families, not-for-profit community-based organizations (CBOs), community development corporations (CDCs), small businesses, and coalitions seeking to sustain and develop vibrant, healthy communities.
51-200 employees
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