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Posted by: Chandler Jones - 11/4/2022
Job Expires: 12/4/2022
Staff Attorney- Elder Abuse

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Determine acceptance of new cases, course of action, and further legal proceedings if appropriate venue
  • Carry a caseload with paralegal supervision
  • Provide representation on statewide task forces regarding Elder Abuse issues
  • Provide representation in court & hearings (local, State, and Federal agencies)
  • Provide training, community outreach, and education to individuals and local community-based organizations, and other advocates
  • Advocate for legislation and determining lobbying proprieties
  • Represent the civil practice and legal aid in the community
  • Promote the work of the office and civil practice
  • Work with pro bono lawyers and partner organizations

 

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Supervise student interns, as needed
  • Some travel is required
  • Client home visits, as needed
  • May need to work evening hours, as needed

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) Degree
  • Admitted to practice in NYS
  • At least 3 years of practice experience, preferred
  • Experience with elder abuse or other sensitive client base, very helpful
  • Litigation experience, desirable
  • Trauma informed care experience, preferred
  • Legal services background, or knowledge of general civil legal work

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Analytical abilities and problem-solving skills
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with a high caseload
  • Ability to work efficiently and accurately while exhibiting patience and diplomacy

CELJ offers a competitive benefits and compensation package, including:

  • Generous vacation and sick time
  • Fourteen holidays a year, plus two half-day holidays
  • Summer hours between Memorial Day and Labor Day
  • Payment of license fees and association dues
  • Encouragement of professional development
  • Eligible for Federal Loan Forgiveness
 
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