Staff Attorney

Legal Services of the Hudson Valley

Staff Attorney focused on legal representation for domestic violence survivors in New York. Engage in litigation and community legal education efforts.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeMonticello • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $78,850 - $145,784 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in litigation within state and federal courts, managing high-volume caseloads while adhering to professional standards and funder requirements. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for effective client representation and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Litigation ExperienceHigh-Volume Caseload ManagementNew York State Bar AdmissionExcellent Written and Verbal CommunicationCommunity Legal Education Participation

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Hard Skills

LitigationHigh-Volume Caseload ManagementAdministrative HearingsAppellate Practice

Soft Skills

Excellent People SkillsAbility to Handle High Stress SituationsEffective Collaboration with Diverse Stakeholders

Certifications & Qualifications

New York State Bar Admission

Industry Keywords

Client RepresentationCommunity Legal EducationProfessional StandardsFunder Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Individual client representation
Litigation in state and federal courts as well as administrative hearings and appellate practice
Handle a high-volume caseload in an often fast-paced and demanding environment
Participation in community legal education and outreach activities
Adhere to program and case handling standards, funder requirements, and the highest professional standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Admission to the New York State Bar or passed the NY bar and awaiting admission
One or more years of legal experience, including litigation and handling high volume caseload
Excellent people skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle high stress situations
Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders
Valid driver’s license and own transportation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Defined contribution to 403b
Loan repayment assistance
Paid parental leave
Remote work from home options after probationary period