Staff Attorney

Position Overview

Reporting to the Director of Legal Services, the Staff Attorney will provide civil legal services to survivors of domestic and gender-based violence residing in URI shelters, with a particular focus on financial advocacy and economic justice.

Qualifications And Requirements

• J.D. degree and admission to the New York State Bar, in good standing.
• At least 1–3 years of civil legal services experience, representing survivors of domestic violence in relevant areas such as family, immigration, housing, or consumer law.
• Demonstrated commitment to working with survivors of domestic and gender-based violence, particularly those from marginalized communities.
• Experience working in diverse environments and contributing to a workplace culture that promotes professionalism, respect, equity, and inclusion.
• Bilingual Spanish/English strongly preferred.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide direct representation, pro se assistance, and financial advocacy in consumer law matters related to identity theft, fraud, and coerced debt.
• Aid survivors with credit report review, debt assessment, rent arrears issues, lease termination, and negotiations in consumer debt cases brought by creditors in civil court.
• Support and facilitate consumer rights workshops for URI staff and shelter residents.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program and organizational needs.