Legal Jobs in New York, NY

Who We Are

CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.

CAMBA Legal Services, Inc. (CLS)

CLS is the legal services arm of CAMBA, Inc. It provides free civil legal services to low‑income New Yorkers in the areas of consumer law, foreclosure prevention, immigration, housing law, and domestic violence assistance. In addition to providing direct representation and legal advice to thousands of clients, CAMBA attorneys also engage in legislative advocacy, impact litigation in state and federal court, community education, and expert training on a wide range of issues that allow members of our community to improve their lives.

What The Foreclosure Prevention Counselor Does

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• Assist clients in completing CAMBA intake applications and forms.
  
• Conduct legal intake and assessment of clients and clients’ families’ situations and needs.
  
• Conduct home visits in order to intake and follow‑up services.
  
• Assist clients in completing packages and/or applications for loan modifications, fair hearings and other administrative proceedings.
  
• Research and analyze law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, legal codes, etc.
  
• Prepare legal documents such as subpoenas, letters of advocacy, affidavits, and forms for administrative hearings.
  
• Investigate facts and law of a case to determine causes of action/defenses and prepare the case accordingly.
  
• File motions, briefs, pleadings, legal memos, and appeals with the court clerk.
  
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive document/client files including up‑to‑date case note documentation.
  
• Deliver or direct delivery of subpoenas to witnesses and parties to action.
  
• Follow up with clients and other organizations regarding client progress toward legal goals/program outcomes.
  
• Follow up with clients and servicers regarding open issues or negotiations such as, but not limited to, negotiating reinstatements, forbearance, repayment plans, mortgage modifications and/or partial claims.
  
• Recommend and implement strategies to persuade clients to participate fully in their own legal process.
  
• Act as client liaison/advocate to coordinate with internal and external programs and agencies to make referrals and to ensure integrated services delivery.
  
• Develop and report program performance to funders.
  
• With appropriate approval, negotiate with servicers on behalf of the clients.
  
• Maintain client data in several databases and/or other designed applications (i.e. – Home Counselor Online, Counselor Max, etc.).
  
• Prepare marketing and outreach materials for the program.
  
• Conduct outreach to the community to inform them of the legal services and to recruit clients.
  
• Register clients for CAMBA’s foreclosure prevention seminars/workshops or for one‑on‑one assistance.
  
• Organize, schedule and conduct foreclosure prevention training seminars and workshops.
  

Minimum Education/Experience Required

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• Associate’s degree (A.A.) and two years applicable experience or Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) and/or equivalent experience.
  

Other Requirements

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• Prior experience working with foreclosure matters preferred.
  

Compensation

$53,639 – $83,538 (Union Position) annually. When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.

Status

Full‑time (35 hours per week)

Benefits

CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.

The support staff, law graduates, and staff attorneys at CAMBA Legal Services are unionized with the Association of Legal Aid Attorneys, UAW Local 2325 as the CAMBA Legal Services Workers Union.

CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio‑economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.

Help New Yorkers in need transform their lives

Each year, CAMBA reaches almost 80,000 individuals and families, including over 11,000 youth. Without your support, we cannot continue to create and deliver our programs.

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Partiful's mission is to cultivate friendships through social events.

We believe parties (and other social events) are the most effective way to meet new people and make friends. Our product helps you throw incredible events, starting with memorable party pages that make it easy to plan with guests — download the app to see how it works!

We're building new ways to streamline planning, connect meaningfully in the real world, and make connections between friends-of-friends. Our ultimate vision is to power everything you do in-person with your friends, eliminating the friction of bringing your most memorable experiences to life. You can read more about our mission in The Washington Post, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, Wirecutter, and USA Today. Partiful was named Google's Best App of 2024, a Finalist for Apple's App Store Awards, and Apple's App of the Day (awarded 4x). In 2025, we were named one of TIME's 100 Most Influential Companies, one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, and named to Inc. Magazine's Best in Business List.

Our company is backed by top-tier investors including Andreessen Horowitz and Google Ventures, and advised by the founders of some of the most successful consumer social products ever made.

The Role

We’re looking for a Head of Legal to build and own the legal function end-to-end. You’ll be a strategic partner to the CEO and leadership team, while also rolling up your sleeves to handle the day-to-day legal work of a high-growth consumer company.

You'll set the legal foundation that allows the company to move fast and responsibly.

In this role, you will:

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• Own all legal matters across the company, including product, commercial, corporate, and regulatory work, collaborating closely with company leadership and external counsel where needed
  
• Advise leadership on corporate governance matters, maintain proper corporate records, and ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements
  
• Translate legal complexity into clear, practical guidance for non-legal teammates
  
• Develop processes to scale your work, ensuring appropriate legal coverage with lean operations
  
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including vendor and partnership agreements, ensuring terms that protect the company's interests
  
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and compliance risks across the company, working closely with Product Engineering, Marketing, and Community teams
  
• Develop and oversee privacy policies and procedures to ensure compliance with data protection regulations across various jurisdictions (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), working closely with external counsel as needed
  
• Support new product launches, features, and monetization models (payments, refunds, chargebacks, promotions, contests, marketing/influencer/brand deals, etc.)
  
• Manage intellectual property strategy and protection, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights, working closely with our external counsel
  
• Oversee employment law matters and ensure compliance with labor regulations and policies, working closely with our external counsel
  
• Collaborate with and manage external legal advisors for specialized legal issues as needed
  
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial and tax regulations
  
• Identify and proactively manage legal and regulatory risk as the company scales
  
• Own incident response for legal issues (complaints, disputes, demand letters, etc.)
  
• Build smart, startup-friendly compliance processes (not bureaucracy)
  
• Support the CEO in fundraising activities, including helping to manage investor relations
  

You're likely a good fit if:

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• You have a JD from an accredited law school; (CPA, CFA, or MBA a plus but not required)
  
• You’ve been admitted to practice law in New York
  
• You have 8-12 years of experience in a legal role, with a mix of top law firm experience and in-house experience at a venture-backed startup
  
• You have demonstrated experience in corporate law, contract negotiation, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance
  
• You’re pragmatic, business-minded, and able to balance risk with speed
  
• You know when to handle matters in-house vs. outsource
  
• You pride yourself on excellent attention to detail alongside high throughput
  
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills
  
• You’re excited to operate in ambiguity and build from scratch
  

What we offer:

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• 401(k) with up to 6% matching
  
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and all your dependents (FSAs and HSA plans available)
  
• Free OneMedical membership, telehealth, and virtual mental health services
  
• Commuter benefits & contributions towards ClassPass and Citibike memberships
  
• Unlimited vacation (minimum 3 weeks required)
  
• Quarterly stipend to plan your own party and dogfood the product
  
• Quarterly travel benefit & semiannual team off-sites
  
• Get invited to exclusive parties
  

In the “Additional Information” section of your application, please include a note on what's got you excited about Partiful! The salary range for this role is $210k - $270k plus equity; the specific offer package will be based on years of experience. Please note this is an in-person role with 3 days a week in person at our office in Brooklyn, New York.

We're an equal-opportunity employer and strongly encourage applicants from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We're proud to be a diverse team, and actively work to bring new perspectives to the table.

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A community support organization in New York is seeking a Foreclosure Prevention Counselor to assist clients with legal processes related to foreclosure.

The role involves conducting legal assessments, preparing documentation, and advocating for client needs.

Candidates should possess an Associate’s degree or higher, with experience in foreclosure matters preferred.

This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $53,639 – $83,538 annually along with comprehensive benefits.
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An Interim Legal Counsel position is available immediately in Manhattan, requiring expertise in property management legal matters.

The client is seeking someone with experience to provide legal advice and guidance on a variety of issues related to real estate.

Key responsibilities include handling landlord-tenant law matters, ensuring regulatory compliance, and reviewing, drafting, and negotiating real estate contracts and agreements.

The role also requires advising on affordable housing compliance and collaborating with internal stakeholders to address any legal concerns that may arise.

In addition to managing legal risks, the position involves supporting litigation and dispute resolution processes when necessary.

Staying updated on changes in real estate and housing laws is critical for success in this role.

The client values a diverse workforce and encourages individuals from all backgrounds, including minorities, women, and protected veterans, to apply.

They are committed to equal employment opportunities for all candidates regardless of their background.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to join the legal team of a rapidly expanding fintech firm specializing in alternative investments.

The role is predominantly based in New York City with a hybrid working environment that allows for a mix of office and remote work.

The focus of the position is on legal, compliance, and regulatory matters associated with private funds.

The successful candidate will work closely with the General Counsel and other legal team members to provide expert representation and advice on a variety of issues including capital raising, marketing, investor relations, fund formation and structuring, corporate transactions, and contracts.

Key responsibilities for this role include drafting and negotiating various agreements with internal and external stakeholders.

These may involve private fund offering materials, partnership agreements, and other legal documentation related to private funds.

The candidate will also assist with regulatory matters including regulatory filings, manage interactions with outside counsel, and review marketing materials to ensure compliance with SEC and FINRA regulations.

Additionally, the candidate will draft and review NDAs and other contracts as part of their duties.

The ideal applicant will possess a JD from a top law school with outstanding academic credentials.

Admission to the New York State Bar is required, as is 3-5 years of experience in fund formation or private funds within a leading law firm.

A strong understanding of key regulatory frameworks such as the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and FINRA regulations is necessary.

The successful candidate will be a team player with excellent communication skills.

The client offers a competitive compensation package, including a competitive base salary, bonuses, equity, unlimited paid time off, parental leave, and a range of benefits, including dental, vision, telemedicine, and a 401K match.