Lawyers Alliance for New York is the leading provider of business and transactional legal services for nonprofit organizations that are improving the quality of life in New York City neighborhoods. We help nonprofits to develop affordable housing, stimulate economic development, promote community arts and urban health, and operate vital programs for youth, the elderly, and other low-income New Yorkers. Each year, Lawyers Alliance represents 700 nonprofits on 1,200 legal matters and works with 1,600 volunteer attorneys to provide these services.

We are seeking an attorney to join our staff and lead our Urban Health program area which works with nonprofit clients supporting public health efforts, addressing food insecurity, and providing behavioral health services to low-income and disadvantaged New Yorkers. Major responsibilities of this position include:

Serving the transactional and nonprofit law needs of a substantial client base of community-based and nonprofit groups;
Conducting client outreach, client screening and client development to expand the provision of business law services to new and existing clients;
Serving as co-counsel and providing additional volunteer support to attorneys from top law firms and corporate legal departments that participate in Lawyers Alliance’s pro bono program;
Organizing and teaching seminars for nonprofit managers and attorneys; and
Writing and publishing legal manuals and other materials for nonprofit managers and pro bono attorneys.

Lawyers Alliance offers a collegial work environment, generous benefits, and a chance to be involved in interesting public interest work. The successful candidate will have at least 3 years experience as a practicing attorney and be admitted to New York bar. Prior experience in healthcare, corporate, and/or nonprofit law is essential. If you want to work with a terrific group of people who enjoy what they do and are making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

How to apply

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter in confidence to Lawyers Alliance for New York, 171 Madison Avenue, New York, New York 10016. Attn: Attorney Search. Email: attorneysearch@lawyersalliance.org. No phone inquiries please.