Legal Assistant – 6 Month Contract

Legal Assistance Of Western New York, Inc. (LawNY)

AmeriCorps Legal Assistant providing legal assistance for low-income clients in New York. Focused on expanding legal services and supporting community efforts in attaining justice.

Posted 4/29/2026contractJamestown • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $2,000 per monthWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide intake and screening services for income-eligible persons seeking legal assistance with civil law problems
Outreach to underserved populations
Recruit and support community volunteers
Enhance efforts at collaboration with local human services agencies

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least two years of college or equivalent experience
Prior experience working with clients with low income preferred but not required
Must live within commutable distance to the specified office

Benefits

Comp & perks

Living allowance of $2,000 Monthly for the duration of the contract term
Aid in obtaining basic health coverage
Housing and food assistance
Educational award
Childcare expenses
Deferment of student loans

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Soft Skills

outreachcollaborationcommunity supportvolunteer recruitment