Staff Attorney - Veterans Focus (LSV-H Grant Program)

Location: Albany, NY | Full-Time | Department of Veterans Affairs Funded

Who We Are: LASNNY stands as a guardian of justice across sixteen counties in upstate New York, fighting tirelessly for fairness, dignity, and equity for vulnerable populations. Through our six regional offices, we transform communities by addressing systemic inequities and individual legal challenges. Our LSV-H grant program represents our specialized commitment to veterans, a federally-funded initiative designed specifically to combat veteran homelessness through comprehensive civil legal services that address the root causes of housing instability. We are particularly committed to addressing the specific needs of women veterans, who represent the fastest-growing segment of the homeless veteran population and often face unique challenges including higher rates of trauma, family separation, and barriers to accessing veteran-specific services.

Key Responsibilities: Represent veterans in housing (eviction defense, landlord disputes, disability accommodations) Advocate in consumer protection (debt collection, predatory lending, bankruptcy) Handle family law matters (custody, support, divorce) Pursue military justice solutions (discharge upgrades, record corrections) Assist with VA benefits and public benefits (disability, healthcare, GI Bill, Social Security, SNAP) Support veterans facing domestic or intimate partner violence Additional duties include collaborating with VA medical centers, Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs), community partners, and interdisciplinary teams, maintaining federal grant compliance, and participating in community outreach and legal education initiatives.

Qualifications: JD from an accredited law school; NYS Bar admission (or eligibility)

Preferred: Veterans, bilingual (Spanish), housing or benefits law experience, VA systems knowledge, trauma-informed legal services experience. Why This Role Matters Role Veterans are 40% more likely to experience homelessness than other adults, with women veterans facing unique challenges. Legal barriers often trap them in cycles of instability. In this role, you will: Remove barriers to housing and benefits Reunite families and restore dignity Support women veterans with specialized advocacy LASNNY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and candidates of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including veterans, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and others who would contribute to our organizational diversity. This position is funded through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Legal Services for Homeless Veterans and Veterans At-Risk for Homelessness (LSV-H) Grant Program. Continued funding is anticipated but not guaranteed.

Salary: $72870 - $93914 per year