AmeriCorps Legal Assistant - Jamestown (6 month contract)

Lawny

14 days ago

Jamestown, New York

Onsite

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About this role

Legal Assistance of Western New York Inc. (LawNY) is seeking an AmeriCorps Legal Assistant for a 6-month term based in Jamestown, NY. The role involves providing intake and screening services for income-eligible clients seeking civil legal assistance, supporting community volunteers, and collaborating with local human services agencies to help low-income and vulnerable populations access legal resources.

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At least two years of college or equivalent experience

About Lawny

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Legal Assistance of Western New York, Inc. (LawNY) is a nonprofit legal services organization that provides free civil legal aid to low-income people across western New York. It helps clients with housing, family law, public benefits, consumer, elder, disability, and other non‑criminal civil matters through direct representation, legal advice, community education, and self‑help resources. LawNY operates multiple offices and outreach programs across the region and partners with community organizations to expand access to justice and pursue systemic advocacy for vulnerable residents.