AmeriCorps Legal Assistant - Olean, NY (6 month term)
Company: Legal Assistance of Western New York, Inc.
Location: Olean
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
LEGAL ASSISTANCE OF WESTERN NEW YORK INC.® (LawNY®) is seeking
an AMERICORPS LEGAL ASSISTANT (6 month Term) - Olean, NY The Access
to Justice Project is a partnership between LawNY® and AmeriCorps,
America’s most preeminent volunteer service program, which seeks to
address the legal needs of clients with low income by expanding the
level of legal assistance available and helping them to access the
legal system in order to achieve economic benefits, decent housing,
health care and other critical basic needs. In addition, members
work to recruit and support community volunteers and enhance
efforts at collaboration with local human services agencies.
AmeriCorps members provide intake and screening services for
income-eligible persons seeking legal assistance with civil law
problems and outreach to underserved populations. They are offered
the opportunity for direct, substantive legal experience, excellent
training and a chance to make a critical difference for low-income
and vulnerable populations and their communities. Member Benefits:
Members receive a living allowance of $2,000 Monthly for the
duration of the contract term. They may also be eligible for aid in
obtaining basic health coverage, housing and food assistance, an
educational award, childcare expenses, and deferment of student
loans. The successful candidate will serve a contract term of 6
months (900 hours) with the possibility of renewal depending upon
continued funding. This position is based out of our Olean office.
For a 6 month contract, the term of service must begin anytime
between 11.1.2025 and 5.1.2026. Member Qualifications: Members
should have at least two years of college or equivalent experience.
Prior experience working with clients with low income is preferred
but not required. Must live within commutable distance to the
specified office. Application Procedure: To apply, please submit
your cover letter, resume, and three references through LawNY®'s
BambooHR platform, linked here:
https://lawny.bamboohr.com/careers/292 and at
www.lawny.org/Employment . Questions? Contact Michelle Grillone at
mgrillone@lawny.org We are committed to creating an inclusive and
accessible work environment. If you require any accommodations to
support you in your role - whether for your interview, onboarding,
or your day-to-day work, please let us know by sending an email to:
accommodationrequest@lawny.org . Any information shared will remain
confidential and only be used to ensure the appropriate support is
in place before your first day. As part of your employment, LawNY
will provide the necessary hardware to support your role.
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