Career Connection Network has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic Attorney who can lead a group of attorneys and provide wraparound civil legal services to underserved areas! This local non-profit firm offers a competitive salary (based on experience), a generous benefits and PTO package, and opportunities for professional growth.Position Summary: The Legal Program Director of the Medical Legal Partnership (MLP) Program will be responsible for monitoring all aspects of direct civil legal services provided to clients through the MLP Program. The Legal Program Director will:Develop, implement, and monitor on an ongoing basis the necessary activities to assist staff attorneys, paralegals, support staff, interns, and volunteers in the operation of the Medical Legal Partnership Program.Collaborate with the company's medical provider partners to develop and maintain a referral network; develop and coordinate community outreach, education, and training for and with their medical provider partners.Work with the Advocacy Director to identify systemic legal issues and develop and implement impact litigation strategies.In addition to overseeing attorneys and staff, the Legal Program Director will represent clients and maintain a caseload.Mentor, support, and provide legal, ethical, practical, and strategic advice to attorneys and staff at all levels, convene weekly case review meetings with unit staff to address individual case-specific issues, and one-on-one meetings, as necessary.Assist in grant proposal development, monitoring, and reporting including program evaluation and compliance efforts.Have a broad level of general practice experience, including assisting clients in New York State Courts (City, County, and Supreme Court); U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York; administrative hearings before the Social Security Administration and the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance. Preferred areas of experience and expertise include housing (eviction prevention), family, Social Security Disability Benefits (SSD and SSI), Public Benefits, advance directives (wills, health care proxies, and powers of attorney), and advocacy on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community.Required Skills and Qualifications:Law degree (JD) & active New York license;Applicant must have at least six (6) years of experience in a private practice or legal services setting, or the equivalent;Prior management experience in a legal setting preferred, but not required;Commitment to addressing systemic poverty, race, and justice issues, as well as to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion in a diverse workplace.A commitment to leading by example, high professional integrity, and maintaining civility in all interactions with staff, opponents, and community-at-large. Capable of addressing client and staff concerns in a sympathetic and confident manner.Ability to foster growth in junior staff attorneys, encouraging them to work independently, creatively, and collaboratively.If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of those in our community, we encourage you to apply today for the Legal Program Director position and call 716-630-7008 for more information!