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Posted by: Gregory Dewan - 12/13/2021
Job Expires: 2/13/2022
Divorce and Family Law Attorney

About Hiscock Legal Aid: Hiscock Legal Aid (HLA), founded in 1949, is a non-profit agency located in Syracuse, New York and is the primary provider of legal services to low-income individuals in Central New York. HLA promotes the right of every person to equal justice under the law by providing high-quality legal assistance to individuals and families in need. For more information, please visit www.hlalaw.org.

About the Position: HLA seeks an attorney to join our well-established divorce and family law practice, part of HLA’s Civil Program, to represent adults in divorces and other family law matters (custody, domestic violence, child support, spousal support, etc.) in Onondaga County Supreme Court and Onondaga County Family Court. This position presents a unique opportunity to join a collaborative office working to provide high-quality divorce and family law legal services to those in need in Onondaga County. Law assistants help with scheduling, document drafting, calendaring, and other support tasks in support of our attorneys and our clients.

Required Qualifications: Demonstrated commitment to public-interest law and to serving low-income persons. Admission or pending admission to New York Bar.

Preferred Qualifications: Ability to multi-task while remaining detail-oriented. Strong written and oral advocacy skills. Diverse economic, social, and/or cultural experiences.

Salary: Starts at $50,000.00 annually for attorneys admitted in New York, higher depending on experience.

Benefits: Excellent fringe benefits including generous leave, health, dental, and optical insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, and a great work environment.

Start Date: As soon as mutually agreeable.

Application Instructions: Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to Gregory W. Dewan, Esq., Deputy Executive Director, at hiring@hlalaw.org.

Hiscock Legal Aid is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, and communities to apply.

 
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