The VISTAs help recruit and place retired senior attorneys with legal services organizations. VISTAs also provide resources and/or materials surrounding model practices working with diverse populations.
Service Activities
The VISTAs will develop and implement volunteer recruitment; engage in retention, coordination, and recognition strategies; draft communications materials; plan events; manage data collection and tracking mechanisms.
Community Need Addressed
The Feerick Center administers the Attorney Emeritus Program (AEP) on behalf of the New York State Unified Court System. The Greater New York City AEP Coordinator places senior attorneys with legal services organizations to provide pro bono assistance to low-income New Yorkers with unmet civil legal needs.
Position Outcomes
Senior attorneys placed at one of the 65 partner legal services organizations will provide pro-bono assistance to low-income New Yorkers with unmet civil legal needs.
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Non-competitive eligibility (federal jobs), Relocation allowance (if applicable), Student loan forbearance, Training
Work Issued Laptop, Unlimited Monthly MetroCard
Education Benefits
This position can support members interested in going to law school by providing access to admissions counselors and connecting members with practicing or retired attorneys.
Skills you will gain
Writing/Editing , Computers/Technology , Public Speaking , Law , Recruitment , Team Work , Communications , Non-Profit Management
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Lead group discussion, Listen to and consider others' viewpoints, Maintain open lines of communication with others, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner, Turn taking, Write cleary and effectively
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Capable of generating possible solutions, Communicate the problem to appropriate personnel, Provide relevant expertise, Select and implement well-considered solution
Teamwork
Derive consensus, Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others, Interact professionally and respectfully with supervisors and co-workers, Stay positive and outcome oriented, Use appropriate strategies and solutions for dealing with conflicts and differences to maintain a smooth workflow
Decisions
Accepts responsibility, Anticipate the consequences of decisions, Identify and prioritize the key issues involved to facilitate the decision making process, Involve people appropriately in decisions that may impact them
Tools
Carefully consider which tools or technological solutions are appropriate for a given job, Consistently choose the best tool or technological solution for the problem at hand, Seek opportunities to improve knowledge of tools and technologies that may assist in streamlining work and improving productivity
Planning
Able to prioritize various competing tasks, Create plan of action, schedule tasks so that work is completed on time, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently
Service
Be pleasant, courteous, professional and respectful when dealing with internal and external customers or clients, Evaluate customer or client satisfaction, Honor the privilege of being able to work with and for those being served, Provide personalized, prompt, and efficient service to meet the requirements, requests and needs of customers, Recognize the importance of maintaining privacy and confidentiality of those being served, Understand and anticipate the needs of others, Understand the importance of one's role in the functioning of the organization, Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment