Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York, Inc. (LASMNY) seeks a staff attorney to perform Disability Advocacy Program (DAP) services throughout the geographic area served by LASMNY as needed. It is anticipated that some travel will be required.
Job Responsibilities: The staff attorney will represent clients in administrative proceedings and hearings before Administrative Law Judges to obtain SSD/SSI benefits. The staff attorney will also provide comprehensive legal services including advice, negotiation and administrative advocacy and will carry a substantial caseload. The position also requires that the staff attorney satisfy grant and office reporting requirements. The staff attorney will work under the supervision of a managing attorney.
Qualifications: Prior experience preferred but not necessary.
Please send a resume, writing sample, and three references to:
Dan Altwarg, Senior Managing Attorney
Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York, Inc.
221 South Warren Street, Suite 310
Syracuse, NY 13202
E-mail: [email protected]