Description:
Every day, people across Illinois are denied the basic rights to which they are entitled under the law simply because they can't afford a lawyer. It's our mission to change that.PSLS is currently seeking a Supervising Attorney - Pro Bono Services. This role reports to the Director of Pro Bono Services. It is responsible for assisting the Director of Pro Bono Services in the development and management of a pro bono program that uses volunteers to support the work of the organization to allow the organization to expand its reach and achieve its mission of providing equal access to justice and legal support to underserved communities throughout PSLS' service area.
PSLS is the only legal aid organization in the majority of our area, and we pride ourselves on providing high-quality legal services to our clients while supporting a work environment that is motivating, collaborative, and rewarding, with opportunities for professional growth.
Responsibilities:
The Supervising Attorney - Pro Bono Services will be assigned a variety of responsibilities, including:
- Assists Director of Pro Bono Services in interviewing, hiring, and onboarding new department employees
- Oversees volunteer recruitment and retention strategies as assigned by the Director of Pro Bono Services
- Assists Director of Pro Bono Services in providing guidance and mentorship to Pro Bono Coordinators
- Assists the Director of Pro Bono Services and Manager of Training in developing and presenting training programs to volunteers
- Attends weekly pro bono unit CAM and assists Director of Pro Bono Services in reviewing cases to determine appropriateness for and scope of pro bono representation
- Reviewing volunteer work for individual cases as needed
- Handling other issues that arise throughout a pro bono case that require attorney input/oversight
Salary and benefits:
The Supervising Attorney - Pro Bono Services position is full-time at 37.5 hours per week. PSLS offers a salary that is competitive with similar organizations. Our Supervising Attorney salary starts at $82,500 to $106,344 annually for newly licensed attorneys and increases with each year of relevant experience. PSLS is committed to providing an excellent, comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees that includes:
- Health insurance, including the opportunity to qualify for a wellness credit
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- 403b retirement plan, including employer contributions
- Training and education programs
- PTO that starts at 3 weeks/year and increases with additional years worked at PSLS
- Paid sick leave
- 6 weeks of paid parental leave after one year of employment
- 12 paid holidays
Qualifications:
- Currently admitted to the practice of law in the State of Illinois or admitted in another state and eligible for reciprocity in Illinois
- 5+ years of legal experience
- People leadership experience
- People leadership experience
- Demonstrated relationship-building, networking, and outreach skills
- Ability to work effectively as a team member
- Candidates with Spanish language proficiency are highly preferred.
- We will give preference to candidates who have experience providing services to low-income individuals
