Staff Attorney, Elder Justice

Job Title: Staff Attorney – Immediate Opportunity!

Location: Riverdale, NY

Employment Type: Part-Time

Work Setting: In-Person

Schedule: 4 Days a Week in Office

Salary: $83,000–$100,000 annually

Position Overview

We are seeking a part-time Staff Attorney to join a multidisciplinary team providing legal services and advocacy to older adults experiencing abuse and other forms of vulnerability.

This role involves direct legal services, shelter resident advocacy, and court appearances throughout New York City and Westchester County , including Family, Housing, and Supreme Courts.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct legal services and advocacy to clients and shelter residents
• Develop legal strategies in collaboration with social workers and other multidisciplinary professionals
• Represent and advocate for clients in relevant court proceedings
• Coordinate and deliver trainings and community outreach for professional audiences
• Assist with grant writing, reporting, and related program activities
• Participate in policy and legislative initiatives related to elder justice
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners, government agencies, and law enforcement
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address complex client needs
• Support broader initiatives focused on protecting vulnerable older adults

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required
• Admission to practice law in New York State required
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment
• Experience with elder abuse, domestic violence, or victim advocacy preferred
• Strong commitment to serving vulnerable populations

Important Details

• Court Coverage: NYC and Westchester County
• Courts: Family, Housing, and Supreme Court
• Salary: $83,000–$100,000 annually
• Benefits: Health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities

🚨 Immediate Opportunity!

If you are a New York-admitted attorney passionate about elder justice, advocacy, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals, apply today!

For workers in the United States, PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates : Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.