Position Overview
Description
We are looking for a dedicated Senior Attorney to provide legal representation to low-income tenants facing eviction and housing-related challenges in Bronx, New York. This role involves managing a dynamic caseload, advocating for clients in court, and working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support housing retention efforts.
The successful candidate will provide culturally sensitive services to low-income clients facing eviction by representing them in the Bronx County court and at NYCHA termination hearings under the supervision of a supervising attorney.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Provide clients with counseling and assisting to ensure maintenance of housing.
• Handle a full caseload of full representation non-payment and holdover proceedings in Bronx Housing Court and the NYCHA part.
• Handle litigation before administrative agencies as necessary, including NYCHA termination hear...