Job Description
About the Role
The Legal Aid Society is seeking a Staff Attorney to represent low-income New Yorkers fighting to secure or maintain essential government benefits, including Cash Assistance, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance (SNAP), and Social Security Disability. These benefits provide access to food, housing, and basic necessities, enabling individuals and families to live with dignity and maintain the diversity that defines New York City.
As a Staff Attorney, you will be part of a team dedicated to advocating for justice and equality. Your primary responsibility will be to represent clients in administrative hearings, state and federal appeals, and affirmative litigation, ensuring their right to receive these vital benefits.
The Legal Aid Society is seeking a Staff Attorney to represent low-income New Yorkers fighting to secure or maintain essential government benefits, including Cash Assistance, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance (SNAP), and Social Security Disability. These benefits provide access to food, housing, and basic necessities, enabling individuals and families to live with dignity and maintain the diversity that defines New York City.
As a Staff Attorney, you will be part of a team dedicated to advocating for justice and equality. Your primary responsibility will be to represent clients in administrative hearings, state and federal appeals, and affirmative litigation, ensuring their right to receive these vital benefits.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Government Benefits Advocate position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Adams offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
