Staff Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Staff Attorney

For over 50 years, we have been serving low-to-moderate-income individuals and families in New York City & are dedicated to offering top-notch, accessible legal services within local neighborhoods. We primarily assist clients who reside in neighborhoods experiencing rapid gentrification, where many residents and small business owners are dealing with displacement and harassment issues. Due to growth and demand, we are looking to add a Staff Attorney to our expanding team.

In Return, We Offer:  

• Competitive Compensation Contingent On Experience 
• Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401k Contribution 
• 27 Days of Vacation 
• Flexible Hybrid Schedule 

Who You Are: 

• Admission to the Bar of the State of New York 
• Juris Doctor Degree from an American Bar Association-Accredited Law School
• Knowledge of motion practice, discovery, depositions, communication with clients, negotiations with opposing counsel and advocacy with outside agencies on behalf of clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What You Will Be Doing? 

• Working with clients in the Nonprofit Sector, Low-Income Tenant Groups - Affordable Housing, Prevent Evictions, Tenant Harassment/Discrimination, Ensure Working Families, Individuals, Older Adults, and Others Live in Stable Environments
• An understanding of the City's housing market and/or experience in housing law practice
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with client/tenants of different races, ethnicities, ages, and sexual orientations in a multicultural environment
• Ability to work independently with strong motivation, to manage a high caseload, to meet deadlines, and to be flexible
• Collaborate as needed with program managers and development team to write narrative reports for grant and contracts
• Attend meetings, and perform administrative tasks related to the work, such as timekeeping and case notes

Benefits

 

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 05/28/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results.  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.