Albany Law School seeks a Staff Attorney to join the newly created Housing Justice Clinic (HJC) at The Edward P. Swyer Justice Center. The successful candidate will be appointed as an Associate Staff Attorney, Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney, depending on years of experience.  The Housing Justice Clinic, set to launch for the spring 2026 school semester, will provide crucial legal services to individuals facing eviction in Albany City Court. As the clinic evolves legal representation will expand to other communities throughout the Capital Region. Powered by the talent and dedication of its students, the HJC will provide direct representation to tenants facing nonpayment of rent and holdover proceedings. However, the scope of clinical practice will expand as the clinic evolves. The HJC will also provide administrative advocacy for clients, while also supporting collaborative, community-driven information sessions within the city of Albany and eventually beyond.

 

Albany Law School is committed to ensuring equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all of its employment practices, without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, creed, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, status as transgender or gender transitioning, veteran or military status (including special disabled veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, or recently separated veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law. This position is offered subject to this commitment, and candidates will be considered on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to the aforementioned characteristics.

 

Celebrating its 175th Anniversary, Albany Law School is located in the heart of New York’s capital, which offers unparalleled access to state and federal courts, the legislature, and a wide range of private and public employers. Join us in continuing a tradition that has produced leaders in all areas of the legal profession, across every area of law, public service, and government including two U.S. Supreme Court Justices and a President of the United States.

 

Apply now to be part of Albany Law’s next chapter of excellence.
 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interested applicants are encouraged to apply early. The successful candidate will ideally start by February.