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The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, New York
The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, New York
51 – 200 Employees
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The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, New York is a nonprofit civil legal services organization supporting residents of Monroe County and 13 surrounding counties. For more than a century, its team has represented people who cannot afford legal assistance in matters involving family law, immigration, housing, and education. The organization also serves as Monroe County Family Court’s mandated provider of legal services for children, advocating for young people in cases involving abuse, neglect, and supervision.
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Supervising Attorney, Attorney for the Child — Rochester, NY

Lead the Attorney for the Child team at The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, handling Family Court advocacy while guiding litigation strategy, supervision, and training.

USUnited StatesNYNew York
$96,000 – $107,000 / year
HybridFull-timeMiddleSeniorEnglish RequiredAttorney

Description

  • Manage a reduced caseload of Attorney for the Child appeals and Family Court matters.
  • Provide counsel and courtroom representation in juvenile delinquency, PINS, child protection, custody, visitation, termination of parental rights, foster care, adoption, and other assigned proceedings.
  • Prepare and review pleadings, motions, legal papers, and correspondence.
  • Interview clients directly or oversee interviews conducted by Attorney for the Child program staff.
  • Manage discovery and investigative activities.
  • File motions and notices of appeal, finalize orders and records, and represent clients in post-dispositional matters.
  • Confer and negotiate with opposing counsel, parties, social workers, and support personnel.
  • Advocate for clients at appearances, hearings, trials, and related proceedings.
  • Deliver high-quality legal services in accordance with applicable law and professional ethics.
  • Record complete, accurate, and detailed case contacts in Legal Server.
  • Research legal issues, track legislative and case-law developments, and participate in continuing legal education.
  • Support the Program Director with AFC Program leadership, recruitment, training, and performance management.
  • Coordinate case coverage and legal strategy among Staff Attorneys, the Program Director, and the Division Director.
  • Establish team expectations and priorities, track progress, hold individual meetings, and provide feedback.
  • Assign work, balance caseloads, mentor and coach staff, and build a collaborative, inclusive team environment.
  • Resolve team concerns and conflicts while partnering with managers and stakeholders on organizational priorities.
  • Support performance evaluation records and review or manage employee time-off requests.
  • Take part in Legal Aid Society meetings and office activities.
  • Provide legal assistance to other programs when needed.
  • Strengthen an inclusive workplace culture and advance the agency’s mission and values.
  • Help prepare recurring reports for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Travel to the Steuben County office in Bath, New York, may be required for supervision, training, or coverage.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to and good standing with the New York State Bar.
  • At least five years of experience supervising attorneys or legal staff in a nonprofit or legal aid environment is preferred.
  • Substantial experience managing litigation, trials, court advocacy, and administrative hearings.
  • Experience reviewing and assigning cases and developing strategies for complex legal issues.
  • Experience creating and delivering training for attorneys and support staff is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of applicable law, regulations, and case law, especially family law and juvenile justice.
  • Working proficiency with legal case-management software and Microsoft Office.
  • Outstanding legal writing ability, including clear, concise, well-supported pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
  • Effective courtroom advocacy and respectful oral communication with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills for evaluating complex legal matters and developing practical strategies.
  • Highly organized approach to managing multiple cases, deadlines, and supervisory duties.
  • Strong relationship-building skills, particularly when serving vulnerable or underserved clients.
  • Ability to collaborate across departments and with legal aid organizations, government agencies, and community partners.
  • Careful attention to detail in legal research, case preparation, and document review.
  • Commitment to social justice and serving underrepresented communities.
  • Ability to work throughout the office, travel to court and client locations, and reach other legal venues by walking or driving.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule.
  • Paid lunch hour.
  • Employer contributions toward health and dental insurance.
  • Up to 15 vacation days at the start of employment, with additional time based on experience.
  • 96 hours of sick leave.
  • 48 hours of personal leave.
  • 14 paid holidays annually.
  • Annual internet stipend of $600.
  • 3% employer match for a 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plan.
  • Language differential for proficiency in a program-relevant language.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

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