Description:
A Private Non-Profit Civil Legal Services Company has an openings for an Pro Bono Project Manager Attorney to address the legal needs of veteran clients. Come work with great people who do hard work to better the lives of low-income and vulnerable individuals in our communities. LSNF handles more than 9,700 cases a year and does not charge their clients for their legal services. Be a part of a non-profit law firm, with 110+ employees in seven offices across North Florida, that seeks legal justice while understanding the value of work-life balance. Work independently and as part of a team to obtain positive results for pro bono clients with a focus on project to transform the pro bono civil legal delivery services. This position can be located in either the Tallahassee, Quincy, or Panama City offices.The Pro Bono Project Manager Attorney will report directly to the Director of Pro Bono and Volunteer Engagement and will work along side the pro bono team, paralegals, and delivery support staff to ensure grant deliverables are met while securing positive outcomes for clients. The Pro Bono Project Manager Attorney promotes pro bono activates to the private bar through professional and community outreach. The Project Manager Attorney will also support pro bono services by engaging in direct representation and brief service.
Attorneys at LSNF have the ability to work collaboratively with superior legal professionals in civil litigation and administrative law to strategize and advocate on behalf of clients and seek justice. LSNF legal staff also engage in significant litigation including large-scale impact work and appellate work. To fulfill the mission to remove barriers to legal access, LSNF carries out community education and outreach with two Justice on the Block mobile response units where individuals can speak to an attorney, apply for our services, or have assistance filing pro se documents.
Applicants should be a member of The Florida Bar in good standing, with preference given to candidates with public interest or legal aid experience and a strong history of pro bono activity. Candidates must have a minimum of five years of attorney experience plus previous supervisory experience. Candidates must have strong organizational and communication skills, be comfortable interacting with clients as well as legal colleagues, and have a desire to advocate. All staff must successfully pass a level II background screening.
