Staff Attorney, Family Defense, Bronx

Job Details: Level: Entry; Job Location: Bronx, NY 10451; Position Type: Full-Time; Education Level: Law Degree (JD); Salary Range: $86,800.00 - $122,800.00 per year; Travel Percentage: Negligible; Job Category: Legal. Responsibilities Work as part of CFR’s interdisciplinary legal teams (comprised of attorneys, social work staff, paralegals and parent advocates) to provide our clients with high-quality legal defense and meet our clients’ objectives such as keeping children out of the foster system, shortening lengths of stay for children in the foster system, promoting quality family time arrangements, and insuring that families receive services that are well-tailored to expediting safe and lasting reunification Represent parents in Family Court who are respondents in Article 10 and all related supplemental proceedings, including termination of parental rights proceedings Pursue interim appeals on behalf of CFR’s clients in collaboration with CFR’s appeals team Keep case data, client legal notes and files up to date Participate in CFR’s policy initiatives Actively engage in CFR’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives Work collaboratively with CFR's Home for Good teams as required by clients’ needs Attorneys joining CFR can expect intensive, interdisciplinary training on CFR’s Cornerstone Advocacy model, family court, the family regulation system, client interviewing, and other critical skills. CFR is dedicated to providing ongoing professional development in best practices in all these areas in a variety of training forums for all staff. Salary Range $86,800 (1 year of experience) - $122,800 (16 years of experience) *Based on relevant experience gained post JD graduation Qualifications Admitted to practice law in the State of New York; or passed the New York State bar exam and pending admission At least one year of prior experience working as an attorney. Experience in family defense, public benefits, housing, criminal defense, immigration, or other public interest position is preferred Fluency in Spanish or other languages is preferred Applicants should demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, a commitment to interdisciplinary representation of parents and a desire to share in both the exhilaration and challenges of a growing endeavor. Benefits CFR offers a generous compensation package, including a competitive base salary as well as health, 403(b) and vacation benefits. The salary, benefits, and employment policies relevant to this position are governed by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between CFR and the CFR Union, part of ALAA (Association of Legal Aid Attorneys) UAW 2325. EEO Statement CFR strives to create an inclusive and antiracist environment for all of its staff, and candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply; CFR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr