CCLS seeks a dynamic attorney to join its Pro Bono Program (“PBP”) as a Project Lead. Through the PBP, CCLS provides legal services to low-income community members using skilled volunteer attorneys and other legal service providers.
Working under the supervision of the Director of Pro Bono & Strategic Partnerships, and in collaboration with the PBP team, the Attorney & Project Leader will take the lead in operating designated PBP projects and managing the PBP’s law clerk program. The Attorney & Project Leader will work collaboratively with the PBP team and CCLS advocates to enhance and implement the PBP’s volunteer and clinic programs throughout CCLS’ service area. The Attorney & Project Leader may choose to be based in CCLS’ Fresno, Merced, or Visalia offices.
Duties:
- With supervision, take the lead in operating designated PBP projects, selected based on experience and PBP needs, such as Project First Step (Domestic Violence Restraining Orders), Criminal Records Expungement, or Veterans’ Services;
- With supervision, manage the PBP’s law clerk program;
- Assist the Director with volunteer recruitment, management, placement, support, and recognition;
- In collaboration with CCLS advocates and the Director, create and maintain volunteer training materials for CCLS clinic and project volunteer opportunities;
- Develop and maintain relationships with community partners and work with them to create opportunities for CCLS to meet the legal needs of the communities they serve;
- Develop and maintain relationships with the local bar associations and legal communities in the CCLS service areas to recruit and maintain volunteers;
- Participate in regular CCLS program team meetings to stay abreast of client and program needs for volunteer legal services;
- Collaborate with other legal services organizations for development of pro bono initiatives;
- Assist the Director with development and documentation of PBP policies and evaluation metrics;
- Assist in development and production of MCLE training programs for volunteer recruitment and for staff training;
- Travel to meetings and events in counties served by CCLS as needed; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Posted: May 15, 2024