Staff Attorney for Housing and Veterans

Job description LegalHealth, a division of the New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG), has an immediate opening for a Staff Attorney with experience in housing and/or veterans law to join one of the longest standing and the largest Medical-Legal Partnership (MLP) in the country. LegalHealth partners with medical professionals in 38 hospitals throughout New York to address the health‑harming legal needs of low‑income people with serious health problems. Attorneys practice as generalists, representing clients on a variety of legal matters connected to a diagnosis or chronic health condition, and provide free legal services in medical facilities while training healthcare professionals to recognize legal issues. Duties and Responsibilities Staff two weekly legal clinics: one general legal clinic for veterans and one housing legal clinic, and provide periodic clinic coverage at other sites when available. Provide legal services to veterans in New York City receiving care through hospitals run by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs in a wide range of issues including veterans benefits, discharge upgrades, other public benefits, housing, employment, and advance planning. Provide housing‑related legal services to patients at the Family Health Center at NYU Langone in Brooklyn to preserve housing stability, prevent evictions, advise tenants at risk of eviction in housing court, advocate for repairs and bring HP actions so individuals can remain safely in their homes, and address housing advocacy on federal and state succession rights, reasonable accommodations, and modifications for individuals with disabilities. Periodically train healthcare partner staff on substantive legal issues to identify the need for legal assistance and foster better communication and stronger relationships. Conduct one‑on‑one consultations for provider staff on legal issues. Maintain site presence at healthcare sites two days per week and fulfill hospital clearance requirements. Qualifications Admitted to practice law in New York. At least two years of prior and relevant experience in housing law and/or veterans law, preferably working in healthcare or with vulnerable populations. Excellent communication skills. Strong research and writing skills. Ability to empathize with clients’ challenges and help to problem‑solve is critically important. Spanish speaking preferred. NYLAG’s Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion NYLAG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, people with disabilities, immigrants, veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with lived experiences in the communities we serve are strongly encouraged to apply. Salary Range $88,265 – $97,132 Benefits Medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, long‑term disability, commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care. #J-18808-Ljbffr New York Legal Assistance Group