ASSISTANT MANAGING ATTORNEY PUBLIC BENEFITS

$89,000 - $89,000/Yr

Northeast NJ Legal Services - Jersey City, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Jersey City, NJ

About the position

The Assistant Managing Attorney at Northeast New Jersey Legal Services (NNJLS) will supervise the Public Benefits Unit, ensuring effective delivery of legal services to low-income residents. This full-time position includes a hybrid work schedule and involves overseeing case handlers, providing training, and maintaining a caseload while participating in community outreach.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the work of all unit case handlers including paralegals.
• Design and implement unit priorities and case handling protocols.
• Provide training to new attorneys.
• Oversee the overall performance and day-to-day activities of the unit.
• Participate in community education and outreach.
• Maintain a caseload and provide legal representation.

Requirements

• Admitted to practice law in the State of New Jersey.
• At least three years of Public Benefits Law practice experience.
• Excellent writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Prior Legal Services experience or a demonstrated commitment to legal assistance for the disadvantaged is preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience is a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in community legal education and outreach.

Benefits

• 401(a)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• Loan forgiveness
• Life insurance