Staff Attorney -Mt. Vernon, NY

Legal Services of the Hudson Valley (LSHV) has an immediate opening in its Mt. Vernon, NY office for a full-time staff attorney to work on housing matters.

The attorney will also serve low-income individuals and families with matters including eviction, unlawful lockouts, habitability issues and succession rights challenges.

As many of our clients have protected housing or have specialized housing vouchers, the work will include section 8 and other hearings on voucher changes or terminations. The position will cover Westchester County.

• Individual case work, administrative advocacy and litigation in city courts and justice courts, including appellate practice, and education and outreach efforts directed at community members, advocates and service providers.
• Adherence to program and case handling standards, funder requirements, the highest professional standards, and availability as a resource to LSHV staff and access to justice communities.
• Occasional appearances in night court pertaining to housing matters.

• Member in good standing of the New York State Bar; or out‑of‑state admission with eligibility and willingness to be admitted in NYS. LSHV will consider 2025 law school graduates who plan to take the NYS Bar Exam.
• Understanding of the nature and dynamics of housing and benefits.
• Ability to handle a large caseload.
• Excellent people skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders.
• Valid Driver License and access to own vehicle.
• Preferred:
  Two or more years of legal experience, including litigation, preferably with background in housing.
• Demonstrated commitment to serving low‑income persons with prior experience in legal services or similar program.

$78,, DOE, union scale, with excellent benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long‑term disability coverages, as well as a defined contribution to 403b, loan repayment assistance and paid parental leave. After a brief probationary period, this position may permit work from home up to two days per week.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.