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<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSalary: $60,000 - $75,000 
WR Immigration is a global immigration firm known worldwide for its innovation, technology, high touch legal services, and flawless execution. With offices across four time zones, the firm provides corporate global visa services in over 100 countries. WR is one of the fastest growing immigration service providers worldwide with over 30 attorneys and 140 immigration professionals working out of offices in Boston, Denver, Los Angeles, Michigan, New York, Oakland, San Diego, San Francisco, Santa Monica, and Shanghai.
 
Administrative Legal Assistants provide support with necessary administrative and legal tasks for the office/team to which they are assigned, such as distributing mail received digitally via file scan, entering information into internal databases, and preparing and sending service contracts. WR Immigration is looking to add an Administrative Legal Assistant to our Oakland office; in addition to routine administrative tasks and occasional special projects, this individual will also spend part of their time providing legal assistance with straightforward cases such as H-1B withdrawal notices. This is a unique, hybrid position that requires in-office presence at the Oakland office 2-3x per week.
 
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Undergoing specific, intensive training to develop a solid foundational understanding of immigration law</li>
<li>Drafting and organizing forms and documents as directed by the Team Manager</li>
<li>Assisting legal and administrative teams in requesting and organizing documents for new processes</li>
<li>Processing and organizing government correspondence, including receipt notices, approval notices, and requests for evidence</li>
<li>Entering data accurately and consistently into internal data management platforms</li>
<li>Working on other projects as directed by the Team Manager or attorney</li>
<li>Assisting with specific projects, such as archiving, on an as-needed basis</li>
<li>Collecting and managing documents to support legal processes</li>
<li>Performing thorough and accurate document management and data entry</li>
<li>Working with legal and administrative staff to onboard new clients</li>
<li>Assisting with maintaining data integrity in internal platforms and monitoring/updating any data discrepancies</li>
<li>Supporting Attorneys and Legal Support Teams on administrative tasks, drafting documents, sending service contracts</li>
<li>Working on special administrative projects, including presentations, as directed by Attorneys/Managers </li>
</ul>
 
Requirements
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree required; major in business, accounting, or a related field preferred</li>
<li>3-5 years experience in an administrative or operations-focused role required</li>
<li>Experience in business immigration preferred</li>
<li>Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial, start-up environment as a positive, proactive problem solver</li>
<li>Strong ability to adapt to new technologies and platforms</li>
<li>Excellent organization and time management skills</li>
<li>Superb attention to detail</li>
<li>Ability to work with multiple stakeholders to meet strict and competing deadlines</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple projects</li>
<li>Clear and effective communication skills, especially in a professional email setting</li>
</ul>
 
Interested applicants will be required to submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample. Salary may vary based on experience and location. The expected salary range for this position is between $60,000 and $75,000 per year.
 
WR Immigration is committed to creating, fostering, and preserving an inclusive environment. We support our team members from all nations and backgrounds to achieve their goals and build a life of their dreams. We recognize that our team members bring different talents, skills, and experiences, and their contributions are valuable for our clients and our firm. We believe that it is our responsibility to create an inclusive and respectful workplace that inspires excellence and compassion both internally within WR and externally in our service to clients.

Administrative Legal Assistant

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSalary: $90,000 - $140,000 base 
Intellectual Property Paralegal
Job Description
 
Summary
Jeffer Mangels Butler &amp; Mitchell LLP (JMBM) is a results-driven law firm with a relentless focus on client satisfaction. It is through this focus that our work has a purpose and develops into a passion. We take pride in providing our clients with the results they deserve. If you thrive in an environment where your colleagues' defining characteristics are achievement, adaptability, initiative, professionalism, and resourcefulness, the culture at JMBM will prove rewarding.
 JMBM is seeking a highly qualified Paralegal with intellectual property (IP) experience for the Los Angeles office. The successful candidate will have experience with filing in different areas of IP including trademarks, patents, and copyrights, a keen attention to detail, as well as excellent organizational skills. We're also looking for a high degree of professionalism, the ability to work independently, and a collaborative mindset to thrive within our dynamic, high-paced IP team.
Essential Duties
<ul>
<li>Draw on your industry expertise to prepare and file new trademark applications, and assist in the preparation and filing of office action responses, statements of use, and declarations of use, renewals, and other maintenance documents with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.</li>
<li>Manage the full lifecycle of copyright applications, from preparation and filing through correspondence with the Copyright Office.</li>
<li>Facilitate domestic and international patent prosecution, including application preparation, office action responses, United Sates Patent and Trademark Office filings, and coordination with foreign counsel.</li>
<li>Support trademark litigation matters by preparing and filing proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, including oppositions, cancellation petitions, consent motions, withdrawals, and related documents.</li>
<li>Apply your organizational skills to monitor all deadlines.</li>
<li>Harness your communication skills to prepare reporting correspondence to clients and reply by phone or email to requests for information.</li>
<li>Employ your attention to detail to draft simple assignment agreements and manage the recording of assignments, changes of ownership, name changes, and security agreements and security releases with the USPTO and Copyright Office.</li>
<li>Exercise strong coordination skills to manage Madrid Protocol filings and direct foreign counsel on international trademark prosecution, maintenance, and renewals.</li>
<li>Apply strong drafting skills to prepare enforcement and resolution documents, including cease and desist letters, coexistence agreements, and settlement agreements.</li>
<li>Utilize your research skills to locate and/or investigate potential conflicting third-party marks.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Minimum 5 years of experience as an IP paralegal in a law firm or the equivalent required.</li>
<li>Four-year college degree or equivalent.</li>
<li>ABA approved paralegal certificate required.</li>
</ul>
Position: Non-Exempt
 
Location: Century City. 5 days onsite for the first 90-days, then 4 days per week onsite, 1 day remote thereafter.
 
Compensation: JMBM reasonably expects to pay between $90k and $140k in annual base compensation for this position. The base compensation offered will depend upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the selected candidates qualifications and years of relevant experience. Additionally, paralegals who meet JMBMs minimum performance standards (including billing at least 1200 hours), can reasonably expect total compensation (base salary plus a discretionary bonus) between $100k and $180k. The discretionary bonus may also be increased based on the number of hours billed and collected in excess of 1200 hours. Separately, the Firm credits paralegals with an additional bonus on work they originate.
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Intellectual Property Paralegal

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSalary: Salary starting at $63,672 depending on experience 
POSITION: Farmworker Legal Services (FLS), a non-profit law office, is seeking a bilingual (Spanish/English) staff attorney to join its dynamic and committed team working alongside agricultural workers and community partners to provide civil legal services to farmworker and animal production workers throughout Michigan. The position will have an emphasis on farmworkers trafficking and immigration casessuch as filing T or U-visa applications for victims of employment-based crimes and exploitative schemes involving the H-2A visa programand will include significant collaboration with local and national community partners engaged in anti-trafficking work. This position is union supported and ideally will be based in our Kalamazoo office with a flexible remote work schedule option.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 
<ul>
<li>Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Michigan, qualify to be admitted by waiver, or able to take the next available bar exam in Michigan.</li>
<li>Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, in both English and Spanish.</li>
<li>Demonstrated commitment to low-income individuals, farmworkers, immigrants, or victims of crime through lived or mission-aligned experiences.</li>
<li>Willingness to occasionally work a flexible schedule that may include travel and evening or weekend outreach.</li>
<li>Demonstrated success working effectively in teams and independently to meet multiple deadlines.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. </li>
</ul>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 
<ul>
<li>Experience navigating the U.S. immigration system.</li>
<li>Experience working with victims of crime, immigrants, and agricultural workers.</li>
<li>Working knowledge of labor-based immigration relief, such as deferred action, continued presence, U-Visas, T-Visas, and H-2 visas.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Haitian Creole or indigenous languages native to Mexico or Central America.</li>
<li>Familiarity with or interest in learning employment and labor law as it relates to immigration relief, farmworker advocacy, or legal services.</li>
</ul>
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: Farmworker Legal Services (FLS) is a growing and nationally recognized non-profit law office and the statewide division of the Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP) that fights for justice and dignity alongside the farmworker community through our systemic, multi-forum community engagement and direct legal representation of farmworkers in their civil legal matters. FLS currently has 10 permanent staff and 8 summer seasonal advocates based out of our Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, and Ypsilanti (Ann Arbor area) offices. FLS provides a full range of civil legal services to Michigans eligible population of farmworkers and their dependents and prioritize cases including wage theft, trafficking, discrimination, sexual harassment, workplace health and safety, housing, civil rights, and labor-based immigration relief.
MAP works to advance the safety, independence, and economic stability of those most affected by poverty, racism, and other structurally oppressive systems by increasing access to justice and working for systemic solutions. MAP has provided civil legal aid for those unable to afford an attorney for more than 50 years, serving 13 counties through five legal aid offices as well as the statewide program that serves farmworkers (Farmworker Legal Services). MAP has a staff of about 220 people in offices in Battle Creek, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Monroe, and Ypsilanti. Visit <a href="http://www.miadvocacy.org" target="_blank">www.miadvocacy.org</a> and <a href="http://www.farmworkerlaw.org" target="_blank">www.farmworkerlaw.org</a> for more information. 
BENEFITS: Salary starts at $63,672 and increases based on years of relevant experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package, including life, short and long term disability, health, vision, dental, fully funded deductibles, and flexible spending accounts. If an applicant does not require health benefits, they can take an annual $1,500 payout in addition to the base salary paid over the year. MAP also has a generous leave policy allowing staff to accrue over 3 weeks paid vacation the first year in addition to 15 paid holidays, as well as a 401K retirement plan, including employer-match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a unionized program and a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Kalamazoo is a college town in southwest Michigan with its own airport, lakes, nature preserves, and nightlife. It also is located only 35 miles east of Lake Michigan, 50 miles from Grand Rapids, and 2 hours from both Chicago and Detroit. Kalamazoo offers the Kalamazoo Promise (an independent scholarship program that provides students who graduate from Kalamazoo Public Schools up to up to 100% tuition for post-secondary education).
 
TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: <a href="https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/200" target="_blank">https://miadvocacy.bamboohr.com/careers/200</a>. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
The Michigan Advocacy Program is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Immigration and Trafficking Staff Attorney

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSalary: 75,000 - 85,000 
An Associate Attorneys main tasks at Flanagan | Bilton are to manage and resolve property valuation appeal cases on behalf of clients by developing analyses, negotiating contracts and agreements, settling claims, and advocating for clients in hearings. Associate Attorneys will work under the supervision of more experienced colleagues. This is an in-office position with office hours of Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
 
Associate Attorney Duties and Responsibilities
 
<ul>
<li>Provide legal support</li>
<li>Review property valuations to identify property tax savings opportunities using the various Income, Sales, and Cost approach analyses</li>
<li>Manage the appeal processes for assigned clients</li>
<li>Perform various analyses for clients, such as tax projections and annual budgets, communicate appeal status, and review/discuss client needs</li>
<li>Present and negotiate appeals with various assessing jurisdictions</li>
<li>Communicate and present the firm's services to potential clients</li>
<li>Review and approve invoices</li>
</ul>
 
Requirements
 
<ul>
<li>Juris Doctor Degree</li>
<li>Admission to the State Bar</li>
<li>Excellent presentation and communication skills</li>
<li>Strong analytical background</li>
<li>Minimum Cumulative Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale</li>
</ul>
 
Compensation
 
<ul>
<li>Starting Salary: 75,000 </li>
<li>120 hours of PTO after a 90-day probation period (unused hours are forfeited annually) </li>
<li>17 paid holidays </li>
<li>Employee-only medical, dental, vision, and basic life premium insurance paid by the employer </li>
<li>3% of salary employer 401k contribution after two years of employment </li>
<li>Business casual dress code with exceptions based on assigned tasks and positions </li>
<li>Team atmosphere </li>
<li>Annual reviews</li>
</ul>
 
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of all essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.
 
A pre-employment background check is required.
 
Please note that we do not accept submissions from recruiting or staffing agencies for employment consideration. All applicants must apply directly.

Associate Attorney

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSalary: 
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Cromeens Law Firm is a dynamic and innovative law firm dedicated to providing high-quality legal services to our clients. We specialize in Construction Law, and our team is committed to delivering excellent results while maintaining the highest ethical standards. The Associate Attorney Works primarily with their supervising attorney and administrative members of the law firm, such as paralegals, legal clerks, and legal assistants. Is mainly responsible for communicating with clients, works towards developing legal strategies, and assists their supervising attorney with case management. As an Associate Attorney, you will be expected to stay informed about client matters, maintaining and building relationships with clients, preparing legal documents, attending hearings, mediations, trials, and arbitrations. 
 
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
<ul>
<li>
<ul>
<li> Maintain 35 billable hours per </li>
<li> Timely complete tasks as assigned by your supervising attorney. These typically involve:</li>
<li> Researching legal issues.</li>
<li> Drafting various pleadings.</li>
<li> Drafting various motions.</li>
<li> Ensuring that all statutory deadlines are properly complied with. </li>
<li> Attending and participating in hearings, mediations, and/or arbitrations as needed. </li>
<li> Assisting with other tasks as assigned by your supervising attorney. </li>
<li> Stay informed on client matters and assist your supervising attorney in maintaining client communications and relationships.</li>
<li> Promptly respond to client communications. (Typically, within 24 hours).</li>
<li> Prepare for Strategy Meetings with your supervising attorney as scheduled. During these meetings you will be expected to know, generally:
<ul>
<li> The facts of the</li>
<li> Where the case is </li>
<li> Any upcoming hearings or deadlines must also be calendared in Clio. </li>
<li> Is there a docket control order?</li>
<li> When is the case set for trial?</li>
<li> Is the case set for bench or jury trial?</li>
<li> Be prepared to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the case, the facts, and where you think we should be focusing our efforts to efficiently litigate the matter.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li> Be prepared to take cases to trial.</li>
<li> Continually evaluate cases to ensure that we are putting the client in the best position to reach their goal in hiring us.</li>
<li> Maintains knowledge of legal developments including completion of continuing legal education.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:
<ul>
<li>
<ul>
<li>
<ul>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication </li>
<li> Excellent organizational skills and attention to </li>
<li> Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet </li>
<li> Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking</li>
<li> Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when </li>
<li> Ability to function well in a fast- paced</li>
<li> Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related </li>
<li> Bachelors degree</li>
<li> Juris Doctor or equivalent from an accredited law school </li>
<li> Active license to practice law and/or membership in the State Bar of Texas .</li>
<li> 4 - 7 years of experience </li>
<li> Remote work experience is a plus.</li>
<li> Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Schedule: 
<ul>
<li>
<ul>
<li> Working hours Monday through Friday 8:00 am 5:00 pm(remotely) . </li>
<li> Must download Elevate App on computer and/ or cell phone. </li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>

TEXAS Associate Attorney (REMOTE)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionJob Description: Transactional Legal Assistant
Employment Type: Full-Time Location: Lakewood, CO
Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Transactional Legal Assistant to support a team of attorneys specializing in homeowners’ association (HOA) and community association law. The ideal candidate will provide essential administrative and legal support, ensuring the smooth operation of the practice while maintaining a high standard of client service.
Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>
Draft, proofread, and edit routine legal correspondence, contracts, and transactional documents with strong attention to grammar, spelling, and formatting.
</li>
<li>
File legal documents with courts and other relevant entities in a timely and accurate manner.
</li>
<li>
Manage attorney calendars, track deadlines, and coordinate scheduling of appointments, meetings, and hearings.
</li>
<li>
Handle client communications via phone, email, and in person with professionalism and courtesy.
</li>
<li>
Perform general administrative tasks including calendaring, data entry, document management, copying, and filing.
</li>
<li>
Conduct basic research using online databases and public records.
</li>
<li>
Assist with billing by editing and preparing monthly client invoices.
</li>
<li>
Maintain organized filing systems, both electronic and physical, using case/document management software.
</li>
<li>
Provide reliable support in managing high volumes of transactions and deadlines.
</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>
High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or paralegal training preferred.
</li>
<li>
1–3 years of experience in a law firm or legal office environment (transactional, HOA, or real estate law experience is a plus).
</li>
<li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
</li>
<li>
Familiarity with case management and document management systems such as TABS, PracticeMaster, or NetDocuments is highly desirable.
</li>
<li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to proofread and edit legal documents.
</li>
<li>
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks under deadlines.
</li>
<li>
Strong interpersonal skills for professional interaction with clients, attorneys, and staff.
</li>
<li>
Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy.
</li>
</ul>
Working Conditions &amp; Physical Requirements
<ul>
<li>
Ability to remain in a stationary position and focus on a computer screen for extended periods.
</li>
<li>
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds when handling files and office materials.
</li>
<li>
Consistent and on-time attendance is required.
</li>
</ul>

Transactional Legal Assistant

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSalary: $23-$26/hour DOE 
The Clarence office of Lippes Mathias LLP is seeking an experienced litigation Legal Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be key to supporting the administrative functions of the group.
 
Responsibilities will include:
<ul>
<li>Prepare memoranda for opening new matters</li>
<li>Drafting, editing, and formatting of legal documents</li>
<li>Monitor and update attorney and non-attorney professional calendar(s)</li>
<li>Assist with filing submissions to the IRS, U.S. Tax Court, and other agencies.</li>
<li>Communicate with clients, government agencies, and opposing counsel in a professional manner.</li>
<li>Handle incoming mail, case correspondence, and confidential information securely.</li>
<li>Support billing processes, including time entry and expense tracking. </li>
<li>Prepare and send out transmittal letters</li>
<li>Save, print, scan, and file all transmittal documents on each file</li>
<li>Perform general office and other duties as required</li>
</ul>
 
Our ideal Legal Assistant will have:
<ul>
<li>Minimum 2 years of Legal Assistant experience, tax controversy experience a plus</li>
<li>Familiarity with IRS procedures, U.S. Tax Court filings, or other tax controversy processes is highly preferred.</li>
<li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook</li>
<li>Experience with ProLaw preferred</li>
<li>Accurate typing speed of 65+ wpm</li>
<li>Experience with editing, revising and drafting of legal documents</li>
<li>Ability to complete projects with little direction</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to maintain composure under pressure</li>
<li>Ability to use discretion and handle confidential information</li>
<li>Ability to meet deadlines and produce high quality work products </li>
</ul>
Salary range depending on experience: $23-$26.00
The pay range provided in this listing is a good faith estimate for this position based on the location that we are hiring for. Criteria included but not limited to, skill level, education, and experience, will determine where a candidate falls within the range.
Founded in 1965 in Buffalo, New York, Lippes Mathias is a full-service law firm with 17 offices and nearly 220 attorneys. We grow and thrive every day by way of our unique culture, which puts a premium on collegiality, collaboration, and support for our employees at every turn. Youll quickly notice that we approach law differently at Lippes Mathiaswe think ahead and around corners for our myriad regional, national, and international clients in a range of different industries. Rather than providing endless options and choices, we serve as business partners to our clients, delivering them the answers to their legal questions that advance their business outcomes. 
 
To learn more about Lippes Mathias, visit our recruiting website:<a href="https://www.lippescareers.com/" target="_blank">https://www.lippescareers.com/</a>
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time employee you are eligible for the following benefits:
 
<ul>
<li>Highmark BCBS PPO/POS plans &gt; 4 medical plan options including 2 HDHP/HSA qualified plans</li>
<li>Dental plan (including orthodontic coverage)</li>
<li>Vision plan</li>
<li>Health Savings Account (HSA)</li>
<li>Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)</li>
<li>Paid time off (PTO) inclusive of vacation, sick and personal leave</li>
<li>401(k) with guaranteed safe harbor contribution plus profit sharing</li>
<li>Term Life and AD&amp;D</li>
<li>Short-term and long-term disability</li>
<li>Additional Voluntary benefits: Specified Disease, Hospital and Accident plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program including mental health support</li>
<li>Legal work discount program</li>
</ul>

Legal Assistant - Tax Controversy

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSalary: Unpaid 
California Appellate Project is committed to cultivating a new generation of criminal defense attorneys. CAP recruits a small number of students for the summer of 2026. Under the supervision of an experienced post-conviction attorney, interns will help provide documentary support, record collection, investigative review, research, writing, and technical assistance to counsel who are appointed to represent indigent persons incarcerated on Californias death row.
 Summer interns at CAP work full-time for at least 10 weeks. During this time CAP provides a week of intense legal training in addition assigning legal projects related to California death penalty cases. Remote Access Internships may be available. Examples of past work assignments that Summer Interns at CAP have completed includes:
* Researching life chronology, family history, and genealogy.Analyzing witness lists and trial testimony; create lists of additional witnesses. * Researching and assessing the validity of expert testimony presented at trial. * Summarizing the penalty phase of a trial transcript. * Collecting and organizing litigation resource materials. * Evaluating crime scene evidence. * Reviewing trial testimony, witness statements, and police reports for discrepancies. * Writing an authoritative article on the media gag rule and outsider access to prisoners on death row. * Assisting in preparing litigation outlines and chronologies. * Drafting memorandum on admissibility of evidence of gang affiliation. 
 
CAP is committed to cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. For interested applicants, send us a cover letter, resume, a writing sample, and the names and contact information for 2 references who are familiar with your work. California Appellate Project is committed to cultivating a new generation of criminal defense attorneys. CAP recruits a small number of students for the summer of 2026. We ask internship applicants to relate how their experience, training and work history have prepared them to understand and work well with the clients we serve and their communities.

Summer Intern - 2026

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionAbout NYLAG: Founded in 1990, NYLAG is a leading civil legal services organization combating economic, racial, and social injustice by advocating for people experiencing poverty or in crisis. Our services include comprehensive, free civil legal services, financial empowerment, impact litigation, policy advocacy, and community partnerships. NYLAG exists because wealth should not determine who has access to justice. We aim to disrupt systemic racism by serving individuals and families whose legal and financial crises are often rooted in racial inequality. NYLAG goes to where the need is, providing services in more than 150 community sites (e.g. courts, hospitals, libraries) and on our Mobile Legal Help Center. During COVID-19, most of our services are virtual to keep our community safe. NYLAG’s staff of 350 impacted the lives of nearly 113,000 people last year. Job description LegalHealth, a division of the New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG), has an opening for a Staff Attorney to join one of the longest standing and the largest Medical-Legal Partnership (MLP) in the country. LegalHealth partners with a diverse array of medical professionals in 38 hospitals throughout New York to address the health harming legal needs of low-income people with serious health problems.&nbsp; LegalHealth complements health care with legal care – providing free legal services in medical facilities and training healthcare professionals to understand both the legal issues their patients may encounter and the relationship between health and legal advocacy. Using a holistic approach to address Social Determinants of Health, LegalHealth attorneys practice as generalists, representing clients on a myriad of legal matters that are often connected to a diagnosis or chronic health condition.&nbsp; LegalHealth plays a leadership role in the expanding MLP movement, helping others to start or sustain their own MLPs. This position reports to their supervising attorney. Duties and Responsibilities &nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Responsible for staffing two weekly legal clinics at hospital partner sites. Additionally, the attorney will provide periodic clinic coverage when available. </li>
<li>Provides legal services in a wide range of issues including: benefits, housing, employment, immigration, and advance planning.</li>
<li>Periodically train medical staff to foster better communication and stronger relationships. This may be larger trainings on specific legal issues, advocacy, and other areas of interest as well as smaller case consultations. </li>
<li>Position requires an in-person legal clinic at a hospital 2 days per week and fulfilling the hospital clearance requirements. Additionally, one of these weekly legal clinics, Westchester Medical Center, is not accessible by public transportation and a car is needed to access. </li>
</ul>
 Qualifications &nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Admitted to practice law in New York. </li>
<li>At least two years of prior and relevant experience, preferably working in healthcare or with vulnerable populations.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills.</li>
<li>Strong research and writing skills.</li>
<li>Ability to both empathize with clients’ challenges and help to problem-solve is critically important.</li>
<li>Spanish-speaking preferred.</li>
</ul>
 NYLAG’s Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion NYLAG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, people with disabilities, immigrants, veterans, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people, and those with lived experiences in the communities we serve are strongly encouraged to apply. Employment type: ☒ Full-time Professional Level: ☒ Professional Salary Range: NYLAG is a unionized workplace, and salaries are set pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement. The current salary range for this position is between $ 87,210 - 101,009 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, long term disability, commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for Medical and Dependent care. Application Instructions: Please save resume and cover letter on one pdf. Covid Vaccination Policy:Please note, to safeguard the health and well-being of our employees and clients, NYLAG requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. NYLAG is committed to a hybrid work policy for staff whose work does not require their full-time presence in the office. NYLAG’s current policy is that most staff are required to work in NYLAG’s offices or do other in-person work at least two days each week. This policy is subject to change. &nbsp;
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Staff Attorney

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionJob Title: Environment &amp; Energy Associate
Location: Buffalo, NY | Rochester, NY | Saratoga Springs, NY | Albany, NY Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary Range: As per Exp. 
About the Role
Client is seeking a talented Environment &amp; Energy Associate to join our growing and dynamic practice group. With a strong national reputation, our team is known for its comprehensive work across environmental regulatory compliance, renewable energy development, complex litigation, and transactional support.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge environmental and renewable energy projects across New York State, supporting clients through legal and regulatory frameworks that are shaping the future of sustainability and energy.
Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>
Represent clients in environmental and energy-related matters, including appearances before administrative and regulatory bodies.
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<li>
Handle environmental and energy permitting, regulatory compliance, transactional due diligence, and development processes.
</li>
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Provide legal support on project acquisition, transfer, and financing transactions, particularly in the renewable energy space.
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Draft and negotiate environmental provisions in commercial agreements.
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Manage and litigate environmental disputes, including depositions, motion practice, e-discovery, and court appearances.
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Qualifications
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Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
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3 to 6 years of experience handling environmental and/or energy law matters.
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Demonstrated experience with regulatory compliance, project development, permitting, or environmental litigation.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Strong academic credentials and legal research abilities.
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Admission to the New York State Bar (or eligibility to waive in).
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Why Join Client?
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Be part of a nationally recognized law firm with a collaborative and supportive culture.
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Work on high-impact projects that contribute to clean energy innovation and environmental protection.
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Join a team of seasoned professionals at the forefront of environmental and energy law.
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Benefits Include:
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Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
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Life and long-term disability insurance
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Flexible spending accounts
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401(k) with employer match
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Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
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Pension plan
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Opportunities for professional development and advancement
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