Quick answer
NYLAG is hiring staff attorneys to join the Consumer Protection Unit, focusing on consumer rights matters, particularly assisting NYC’s yellow taxi medallion owners with financial transactions and litigation, with a salary range of $90,262 - $96,436.
- Role
- Staff Attorney - Consumer Protection Unit
- Organization
- NYLAG
- Location
- New York, NY
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Compensation
- $90,262 - $96,436
- Category
- Legal
The role
NYLAG is seeking staff attorneys to join the Consumer Protection Unit, focusing on consumer rights matters, particularly assisting NYC’s yellow taxi medallion owners with financial transactions and litigation.
What you'll do
- Represent clients in restructuring taxi medallion loans
- Handle various business and real estate transactions
- Represent clients in consumer debt litigation and bankruptcy
- Court appearances and administrative court appearances
- Conduct legal intakes and represent diverse clients
- Litigate and conduct trials when necessary
What it takes
- Admission to New York State Bar
- Federal Court Admission preferred
- Fluency in Bengali, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, Arabic, Haitian-Creole, Russian
- Experience with New York City legal firms or consumer law
- Commitment to serving vulnerable New Yorkers and immigrant populations
- Strong communication, research, and writing skills
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, long term disability, commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in New York, NY, with a hybrid work policy.
What is the salary range?
The salary range is $90,262 - $96,436.
What are the key qualifications?
Key qualifications include admission to the New York State Bar, fluency in certain languages, and experience with consumer law.
How do I apply?
Submit a resume and cover letter as one PDF. Applicants without a cover letter or who are not admitted to the New York State Bar will not be considered.
Is the job remote?
The job is hybrid, with most staff required to work in the office or do other in-person work at least two days each week.
How to apply
Apply directly on NYLAG's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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