Staff Attorney - Housing

Lawny

1 month ago

Geneva, NY

Hybrid

Full Time

Junior

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About this role

LawNY® is seeking a full-time Staff Attorney for its Housing Unit in Geneva, responsible for providing legal representation in eviction defense cases and other housing-related matters. The role involves advocating for low-income clients, collaborating with community organizations, and maintaining a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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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.