Community Legal Services · 18 hours ago
Managing Attorney-Special Litigation Unit
Orlando, FL, 32801, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $85K/yr
7+ years expCommunity Legal Services (CLS) is a full service civil legal aid law firm dedicated to promoting equal access to justice for vulnerable individuals. They are seeking a Managing Attorney for the Special Litigation Unit to lead a team handling high-profile litigation cases, collaborate on case development, and support advocacy efforts.
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Responsibilities
Regular client interaction including completing intakes, conducting interviews, and providing legal assistance ranging from brief advice and counsel to full representation on the firm’s high-profile and Special Litigation cases
Work with Director of Litigation and Director of Advocacy on identifying and responding to high-profile events that impact large numbers of potential clients
Assist the Director of Litigation with assigned cases as needed
Work with Director of Litigation and lead special litigation projects
Supervise a team of attorneys and paralegals that make up the Special Litigation Unit, including reviewing timekeeping, expense reports, and work product
Assist as directed with litigation elements of CLS’ Advocacy Plan including participating in strategic advocacy projects
Serve as a thought leader within CLS and the legal community, on the law and policy in the assigned areas, including staying abreast on changes in the law
Serve as a spokesperson in public forums, media, and community events, articulating the nonprofit’s legal strategies and positions
Assist with the professional development of attorneys, paralegals, advocates and volunteers, including assisting with the development of training programs and innovative ways to evaluate the advocacy/litigation skills
Support, mentor, supervise and train attorneys and advocates as needed in the litigation process including motion practice, strategy, and other litigation processes
Co-counsel or cover cases as needed for attorneys/advocates across the range of legal issues handled at CLS
Support all reporting and compliance efforts with respect to program initiatives, including grant reports
Contribute to the development of organizational policy positions and strategies, particularly those that can be advanced through legal action
Participate in organizational strategic planning, providing insights on how litigation and legal advocacy can support the nonprofit’s goals
Work closely with other departments (e.g., communications, advocacy, pro bono, etc.) to align litigation efforts with organizational initiatives and campaigns
Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, advocacy groups, and other stakeholders to support litigation and advocacy efforts
Assist in the development and management of the litigation budget and oversee the Special Litigation Unit’s budget to ensure effective resource allocation and maximum impact
Other duties as assigned in furtherance of the mission of CLS
Qualification
Required
Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Florida and in good standing
Minimum of seven (7) years of litigation experience, including work on federal and state cases
Strong leadership abilities and the ability to work in a collaborative work environment
Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
Proficiency with MS Office Suite
Valid driver's license and proof of insurance necessary
Demonstrating commitment to promoting the mission, vision, and values of CLS
Unwavering dedication to high-quality legal programs, fiscal strength, and organizational integrity
Preferred
Experience in the areas of consumer, disaster, fair housing, housing, and family law
Some attorney supervision experience
Benefits
15 paid holidays and 24 days of paid time off
Excellent physical/mental health, vision, and benefits (With 95% of benefits paid for by company)
100% Coverage with Dental Benefits, Life Insurance, Long/Short Term Disability
100% 403B match up to 5% after 1 year of employment
CLS pays Bar Dues and CLE Credits
Student loan reimbursement for Attorneys
Tuition Reimbursement
Ability to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Fantastic work-life balance
Various opportunities for upward mobility into leadership/more advanced roles
Pet Insurance
Wellness Committee dedicated to employee morale, with events such as company wide retreats, activities, and challenges!
Company
Community Legal Services
Community Legal Services (CLS) has approximately 110 lawyers, advocates, and support staff working to provide civil legal aid for low to moderate income residents in Central Florida at NO COST.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jeffrey Harvey
Chief Executive Officer
Christina Russo Walters
Sr. Managing Attorney, Medical-Legal Partnerships
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