STAFF ATTORNEY - LGBTQ & HIV ADVOCACY PROJECT
Quick answer
Legal Services NYC is hiring a Brooklyn-based staff attorney (salary $85,612 - $133,347) to provide legal representation and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ and HIV community.
- Role
- STAFF ATTORNEY - LGBTQ & HIV ADVOCACY PROJECT
- Organization
- Legal Services NYC (LSNYC)
- Location
- Brooklyn, NY
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $85,612 - $133,347 USD
- Category
- Legal
The role
Legal Services NYC (LSNYC) is seeking a full-time staff attorney for their LGBTQ+ & HIV Advocacy Project in Brooklyn. The role involves providing comprehensive legal services, litigation, advocacy, and community outreach for the LGBTQ community and people living with HIV/AIDS. The position requires at least four years of experience and focuses on civil legal issues like housing, healthcare, and employment.
What you'll do
- Litigation of civil cases in various courts
- Community outreach and education programs
- Conducting client intake at outreach clinics
- Representing clients in housing court, Supreme Court, and federal courts
- Building relationships with community-based organizations
- Performing home and hospital visits to meet with clients
What it takes
- New York State Bar license with 4+ years of experience
- Knowledge of HASA benefits
- Experience litigating under NYC Human Rights Law
- Strong legal research and writing skills
- Experience working with marginalized communities
- Fluency in a second language (preferred)
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Included in the LSNYC Collective Bargaining Agreement; includes access to internal Justice Learning Center for CLEs.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The position is based in Brooklyn, NY, and involves work across various neighborhoods.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary range is $85,612 to $133,347 USD, determined by the LSNYC Collective Bargaining Agreement.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates must have a New York State Bar license with at least four years of experience and substantial civil litigation experience.
How or when can I apply?
Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and two writing samples to Legal Services NYC.
How to apply
Apply directly on Legal Services NYC (LSNYC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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