Staff Attorney – Bronx

Job overview

The Staff Attorney – Bronx role has a hybrid schedule in New York, NY, with in-person work at least two days per week and up to two additional team days per month. The expected salary range is $86,700–$140,472.21 annually. The Children’s Law Center represents children in family court and related proceedings, with a mission to empower clients, prevent trauma, and promote wellbeing. The attorney manages a caseload and provides representation from intake through trial, working with paralegals, social workers, and the writing unit. The role advances the organization’s mission through client advocacy, case preparation, legal strategy, negotiation, and court appearances.

What you'll do

• Interview clients and others
• handle court appearances
• obtain case documentation
• maintain organized case files
• conduct intake and prepare cases for conferences, negotiations, or trial
• analyze legal issues and develop strategy
• evaluate cases
• explore alternatives to litigation and negotiate resolutions
• collaborate with writing, social work, paralegal, and client services teams
• communicate with courts and opposing counsel
• maintain ethical standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

staff attorney

family court

child advocacy

full-time

hybrid

new york ny

children's law center

client representation

case management

legal strategy

court appearances

$86,700–$140,472.21/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match
• paid time off
• professional growth opportunities
• potential eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs.

Why this role

The organization represents approximately 5,000 children annually across several New York City boroughs and offers a hybrid schedule.

About the employer

Children's Law Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.