National Legal Aid & Defender Association · 1 month ago
Managing Attorney Santa Fe, Taos and Las Vegas offices
Santa Fe, NM
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$86K/yr - $104K/yrNational Legal Aid & Defender Association provides civil legal services to low-income New Mexicans, and they are seeking a Managing Attorney for their Santa Fe, Taos, and Las Vegas offices. This role involves supervising staff, managing a practice group, and participating in community outreach and strategic planning efforts.
LegalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Supervising and mentoring staff attorneys, paralegals, other staff and volunteers
Performing administrative duties and working in close collaboration with other members of NMLA's management team
Managing or co-managing a practice group and carrying a caseload as sole counsel or co-counsel for low-income clients
Participating in community education and outreach to eligible clients
Recruitment and collaboration with pro bono attorneys
Creating and maintaining positive relationships with funders
Participating in strategic planning
Being active in local bar and community activities
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law in New Mexico
Minimum of 5 years of legal experience, including experience in civil legal services
Experience supervising or mentoring attorneys and staff
Strong commitment to serving low-income communities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively
Experience in community outreach and education
Proficiency in using legal research tools and technology
Preferred
Experience with pro bono programs
Familiarity with the legal issues facing low-income clients in New Mexico
Experience in strategic planning and program development
Active involvement in local bar associations or community organizations
Benefits
100% employer-paid BCBS medical, plus dental and vision for employees; generous contributions for dependents
3 weeks vacation time, 6 days personal time, liberal sick pay, and federal holidays off
Comp time for overtime
Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote – your choice!)
37.5-hour work week
403(b) Retirement Plan
Competitive salary
Company
National Legal Aid & Defender Association
National Legal Aid & Defender Association leads a broad network of advocates on the frontlines to advance justice and expand opportunity.
Founded in 1911
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.3MKey Investors
Lumina Foundation
2022-02-15Grant· $0.3M
Leadership Team
April Frazier Camara, Esq.
President & CEO
Vernina A.
Executive Assistant To Chief Executive Officer
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