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法律前與法律

 學生們

Law Grads

Interns & Externs

Looking for Law Graduates - Multiple Locations


Binghamton, Oneonta, Utica


The Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York, Inc. (LASMNY) is committed to a diverse, well balanced and inclusive workforce. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for our positions. Women, people of color, LGBTQ applicants, veterans, people with disabilities and other walks of life are encouraged to apply.
LASMNY is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer

 

LASMNY is a non-profit public interest law firm. We provide free legal information, advice and representation to people who are unable to afford a lawyer. The program area includes (13) counties in Central New York.

LASMNY has full-time law graduate positions available immediately in the office locations in the areas of law listed below. Must have taken the New York State Bar, pending results or admission.

Disability Advocacy Program – Represent clients in administrative proceedings and hearings before the Social Security Administration.
Domestic Violence – Represent domestic violence and sexual assault survivors. Tenant Stability Program–Holistic services to clients with financial and other hardships that could result in loss of housing.

 

Job Summary


The law graduate will work under the supervision of a supervising or managing attorney to provide direct and comprehensive services to eligible clients in civil legal matters as assigned. Will verify eligibility information in accordance with our Case Management Policy and priorities for service. Conduct legal research; draft pleadings, legal memoranda, advocacy letters, and other legal papers. Participate in staff and case acceptance meetings and program-wide workgroups. Other duties as assigned. Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to LASMNY’s mission and value of justice.

Essential Job Functions

  • Effectively and efficiently communicate with clients/applicants for services over the phone or in-person;

  • Interview clients competently and objectively;

  • Prepare and file briefs, motions, and other necessary judicial pleadings;

  • Independently manage a caseload, including fully litigating assigned cases, when appropriate;

  • Accurately and timely record billable time and case notes in our case management system;

  • Work professionally and collaboratively with colleagues, judges, opposing counsel, court personnel, community members, etc.;

  • Show commitment to professional growth in diverse areas of law;

  • Engage in outreach and community education;

  • Attend and participate in meetings and trainings as requested;

  • Comply with all Legal Services Corporation (LSC) and LASMNY policies, procedures, and grant-based reporting requirements;

  • Perform reasonable and related duties as assigned by a managing attorney or direct supervisor.


Job Qualifications
• Law degree from an accredited law school;
• Seek admission to (NYS) Bar;
• Proficient with Microsoft Office or related software and computerized legal research;
• Bilingual or multilingual is a plus.

 

Salary is dependent on experience. LASMNY offers a generous benefit package, eligibility for most benefits are as of date of hire - medical, vision, dental, life, supplemental life, voluntary benefits, flexible spending, health saving account+, 403(b), retirement, mileage reimbursement, training, registration fees, bar dues, paid time off, parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty, bar exam leave, employee assistance plan, loan repayment and (14) holidays. Remote work upon approval by management.


For Consideration - We encourage interested qualified applicants to apply by providing a cover letter, resume, writing sample and contact information, including email address, for (3) professional references to jobs@LASMNY.org.

紐約中部的法律援助協會為法律和法學專業的學生提供了很多機會。

我們與錫拉丘茲大學法學院有著密切的關係。在任何給定的時間點,您通常可以在我們的錫拉丘茲辦公室中找到數名錫拉丘茲大學法學院的學生作為實習生/外聘人員。

每年春天,賓厄姆頓辦公室都會接受志願者法律學生實習計劃的申請。法學院的學生在包括住房,家庭法,消費者法,老年法,交易法和其他領域的訴訟的各個方面都有實踐經驗。

我們其他七個辦事處也為學生提供機會。鼓勵來自尤蒂卡學院,漢密爾頓學院,高露潔大學,紐約州立大學賓漢頓分校或任何其他學院的學生與我們一起探索機會。

為什麼不開始成功的法律職業,並同時在您的社區中有所作為?

要探索學生志願者機會,請聯繫:

愛麗絲·德克(賓厄姆頓辦公室)(607)231-5900
Betsy Krupar(錫拉丘茲辦公室)(315)703-6657
特里·惠蘭(水鎮辦公室)(315)788-2072

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Privacy Policy

At the Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York, Inc., we value your privacy and make every effort to respect your wishes and personal information. To further this commitment, we have established the following policy

for the use of our Text/SMS message service. Please read it carefully to understand how we collect, use, and manage your phone numbers.

COLLECTION OF PHONE NUMBERS

We collect your phone numbers only when you voluntarily provide them to us, for example, when you apply to be a client or submit an application for employment. You can opt in to receive Text/SMS messages

either by telling an intake worker that you consent to receiving them and consenting in writing during the intake or job application process.  We will not send you mass marketing solicitations.  We will only initiate

SMS messages regarding the application process or to remind you of court dates or about services your requested. Consenting to receiving Text/SMS messages is not required to receive services or to apply for

employment at the Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York, Inc.

Mobile Subscriber Information

Your mobile information will NEVER be shared with other parties under any circumstances. We will not share your phone number with third parties, affiliates, or for marketing or promotional purposes.

We will only share your phone number with our Text/SMS provider, subject to their privacy policy. We use a telephone service provider to send Text/SMS communications to users who have opted in.

Text/SMS messaging charges may be applied by your carrier.

TEXT MESSAGES / OPTING IN OR OUT OF TEXT / SMS MESSAGES

You can choose to exchange text messages (OPT-IN) or stop exchanging text messages (OPT-OUT) with us at any time by providing us with notice as described herein:

To start receiving Text/SMS messages from us (OPT-IN), you must identify and consent to this preference in writing during the intake process with your caseworker or advocate.

To stop receiving Text/SMS messages from us (OPT-OUT), you must notify us through any one of the means below:

  • Texting STOP to our phone number which sent you a Text/SMS message

  • Texting UNSUBSCRIBE to our phone number which sent you a Text/SMS message

  • Calling the advocate handling your case and asking to opt-out of Text/SMS messaging

  • Sending an email to the advocate handling your case and asking to opt-out of Text/SMS messaging

Please note that the opt-out process may take up to 10 business days to become effective. During this period, you may still receive some messages from us.

 PRIVACY OF PHONE NUMBERS

Once you have opted out, we will not send you any more Text/SMS messages, nor will we sell or transfer your phone number to another party.

CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may periodically update this policy. We will notify you about significant changes in the way we treat your information by placing a prominent notice on our website.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, please call us at (315) 793-7000.

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