AmeriCorps Legal Assistant (6 month term) - Bath, NY Job at Legal Assistance of Western New York, Inc., Bath, NY

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  • Legal Assistance of Western New York, Inc.
  • Bath, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: Living allowance of $2,000 Monthly for the duration of the contract term.

LEGAL ASSISTANCE OF WESTERN NEW YORK INC. (LawNY) is seeking an AMERICORPS LEGAL ASSISTANT (6 month Term) - Bath , NY

The Access to Justice Project is a partnership between LawNY and AmeriCorps, Americas most preeminent volunteer service program, which seeks to address the legal needs of low-income people by expanding the level of legal assistance available and helping low-income clients to access the legal system in order to achieve economic benefits, decent housing, health care and other critical basic needs. In addition, members work to recruit and support community volunteers and enhance efforts at collaboration with local human services agencies.

AmeriCorps members provide intake and screening services for income-eligible persons seeking legal assistance with civil law problems and outreach to underserved populations. They are offered the opportunity for direct, substantive legal experience, excellent training and a chance to make a critical difference for low-income and vulnerable populations and their communities.

Member Benefits:

Members receive a living allowance of $2,000 Monthly for the duration of the contract term. They may also be eligible for aid in obtaining basic health coverage, housing and food assistance, an educational award of $3,697.50 for 6 months, childcare expenses, and deferment of student loans.

The successful candidate may serve a contract term of 6 months (900 hours) with the possibility of renewal depending upon continued funding.

This position is based out of our Bath office. For a 6 month contract, the term of service must begin anytime between 11.1.2024 and 8.1.2025.

Member Qualifications:

Members should have at least two years of college or equivalent experience. Prior experience working with low-income persons is preferred but not required. Must live within commutable distance to the specified office.

Application Procedure:

To apply, please submit your cover letter, resume, and three references through LawNY's BambooHR platform, linked here and at

If you have questions or need accommodations please contact Michelle Grillone at mgrillone@lawny.org.

Legal Assistance of Western New York, Inc. (LawNY) is an equal opportunity employer. LawNY strongly encourages applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and persons from other underrepresented groups whose background may contribute to working in and sustaining an environment that enables staff and clients to feel empowered, valued, respected, and safe. LawNY welcomes applications regardless of race, color, religion, veteran status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other consideration protected by law.

Job Tags

Contract work, Work at office, Local area,

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