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Troutman Pepper · 1 day ago

Pro Bono Coordinator

Washington, D.C.

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$75K/yr - $95K/yr

1+ years exp

Troutman Pepper is a law firm dedicated to providing pro bono legal services to strengthen communities and improve fairness in the justice system. The Pro Bono Coordinator will support the firm-wide pro bono programs and initiatives by managing pro bono matters, coordinating events, and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders.

Law Practice

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Facilitate the opening of new pro bono matters in firm systems and databases, working with attorneys and staff to ensure timely engagement letters and accurate matter profiling

Facilitate closing pro bono matters

Support Pro Bono Team with processes related to incoming and departing attorneys, including transitioning pro bono matters

Coordinate schedules, meetings, and logistics related to pro bono programming, meetings, and events, both virtual and in-person

Coordinate pro bono events and trainings, including but not limited to, making room reservations, drafting and distributing invitations, tracking RSVPs, ordering food and beverage, and compiling evaluations, working with local office staff as appropriate

Support relationships with external stakeholders, including lawyers and staff from other law firms, legal aid organizations, bar associations, and other community partners

Maintain Pro Bono Team calendar, as well as the calendar for Pro Bono Director & Counsel as requested

Support marketing and PR efforts for the pro bono program, including coordinating with appropriate firm administrative departments and maintaining the pro bono internet and intranet pages

Track expenses and monitor pro bono budget, including facilitating and tracking charitable contributions

Provide administrative support to Pro Bono Team members, including making travel arrangements, submitting expense reimbursements, and preparing pro bono presentations and other materials

Coordinate with firm administrative departments to support the needs of the Pro Bono Team, including, for example, working with the graphics team to provide sponsorship ads and creating internal recognition items

Maintain electronic files and paper records for documents and communications related to pro bono client matters and Pro Bono Team activities

Qualification

Pro bono program coordinationMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication skillsAttention to detailCommitment to community serviceAssess prioritiesEstablish relationshipsFluency in SpanishFluency in Arabic

Required

Commitment to pro bono and/or community service

Ability to assess competing priorities and effectively and efficiently tend to competing demands

Attention to detail

Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment and interest in contributing new and creative ideas to support pro bono program

Strong communication skills with a variety of audiences, including clients and Troutman Pepper attorneys and staff at all levels, as well as external partners and other stakeholders

Ability to establish and cultivate effective relationships with attorneys and business professionals

Strong commitment to producing high quality work product and maintaining confidentiality on all client matters

Expert skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, and internet navigation

Fluency in Spanish, Arabic, or another foreign language beneficial

Bachelor's degree preferred

Minimum of one (1) year of experience coordinating large-scale programs; pro bono program coordination in a law firm preferred