Staff Attorney - Pro Bono Coordinator

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Staff Attorney - Pro Bono Coordinator
The candidate will develop, coordinate and manage firm’s local and national volunteer and pro bono program. Will work closely with all staff to advance firm’s mission and ensure all projects of firm are programmatically sound, well-managed, timely implemented and enhance the rights of diverse victim populations including those who have been historically under- or unserved. Aid in national litigation and public policy strategy and tactics for advancing victims’ rights, including providing legal technical assistance in the form of legal research, writing and case consultation, and drafting amicus curiae briefs for in significant victims’ rights cases in state and federal courts. Aid in development and implementation of cohesive educational strategy on victims’ rights, including working to implement firm’s annual conference and other training events; planning, coordinating and presenting in-person, telephonic, or media-facilitated trainings; and assisting with development of law student skills for any student working with . Research and write educational pieces on victims’ rights for national dissemination to a diverse audience. Draft detailed summaries, in both story and report form, of legal work for submission to funders in required reports and to board of directors, and for inclusion in marketing and outreach materials. As part of project team, develop a manual of protocols and forms for the creation and maintenance of legal networks/services for crime victims. Assist in preparation for and production of firm’s fundraising efforts and organizational events. Assist in development of firm’s websites, including both substantive materials and marketing and outreach materials. JD degree, plus admission to a Bar is needed. Experience working with or in diverse communities are needed. Should have 3+ years of legal practice post-law school in rigorous practice setting, or two years legal practice post-law school in rigorous practice setting, plus one year of significant crime victims’ rights experience. Significant legal writing and editing experience that demonstrates the ability and desire to produce the highest quality product suitable for diverse audiences are needed. Excellent public speaking skills and ability to teach legal concepts are needed. Experience coordinating and organizing volunteers are preferred. Experience managing projects, including grant management are preferred. Experience in team/group development and process and program evaluation are preferred. Experience working in the nonprofit sector are preferred. Experience in grant writing and/or reporting are preferred. Must be Bi-Lingual.

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