Legal Assistant, AmeriCorps

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

AmeriCorps Legal Assistant providing legal assistance to low-income clients through outreach and outreach collaboration. Serving on the Access to Justice Project based in Bath, New York.

Posted 5/14/2026contractBath • 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.
Work on the Access to Justice Project to help clients achieve economic benefits, decent housing, and health care.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Members receive a living allowance of $2,000 Monthly for the duration of the contract term.
Eligibility for 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 recruitmentclient assistance