We are looking for an experienced Attorney/Lawyer to advocate for tenants facing eviction and other housing-related matters in Bronx, New York. This position focuses on delivering thoughtful, client-centered legal representation to low-income individuals while helping them preserve stable housing. The attorney will manage active litigation matters, appear in court and administrative hearings, and collaborate with colleagues across programs to support effective legal and social service outcomes.
Responsibilities:
- Represent tenants in Bronx Housing Court and related proceedings involving nonpayment, holdover, and other housing disputes.
- Manage cases from initial intake through resolution, including case assessment, strategy development, and ongoing client communication.
- Prepare and file motions, legal briefs, orders to show cause, stipulations, and other court and administrative documents.
- Advocate for clients at trials, hearings, and conferences before courts and administrative bodies, including termination-related matters when required.
- Provide legal counseling designed to help clients address housing instability and remain in their homes whenever possible.
- Evaluate referred and self-initiated matters to identify legal issues, assess case strength, and determine appropriate next steps.
- Lead or support community outreach efforts by conducting workshops, trainings, and educational presentations on tenant rights and housing issues.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and confidential case records in both physical and electronic formats while coordinating with internal teams and partner programs.
- Work closely with multidisciplinary staff to facilitate referrals, ensure continuity of service, and provide coverage or additional support as needed.
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and admission to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction.
- At least 2 years of legal experience as a practicing attorney, with housing litigation or courtroom advocacy strongly valued.
- Demonstrated ability to handle a full caseload independently, from client intake through final disposition.
- Knowledge of housing law, public benefits matters, and civil litigation procedures is preferred.
- Strong legal writing, research, oral advocacy, and document drafting skills, including experience preparing motions and briefs.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while managing competing priorities.
- Experience serving low-income or vulnerable communities with professionalism, sound judgment, and a commitment to public interest work.
- Spanish language proficiency is preferred but not required.