Assistant Litigation Director - Civil Justice Leader

National Legal Aid & Defender Association; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Legal Aid seeks an Assistant Litigation Director to help lead the statewide program of litigation and legal advocacy. This executive role reports to the Director of Litigation & Advocacy and focuses on delivering high-quality civil legal assistance to low-income Iowans.

The position may be based at any of our office locations across Iowa, offering leadership, strategy, and collaboration with attorneys, paralegals, and finance staff to ensure strong advocacy and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead statewide litigation in state and federal courts, reviewing and approving filings.
• Guide attorneys and paralegals in trial strategy, drafting pleadings, depositions, and settlements.
• Provide substantive legal expertise to staff and promote best practices.
• Participate in and help manage ILA’s substantive law workgroups.
• Support supervision practices and compliance with funder requirements.
• Serve as client trust account liaison with the Finance team.
• Assist with grant writing, compliance, and reporting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

Iowa Legal Aid seeks an Assistant Litigation Director to help lead the statewide program of litigation and legal advocacy. This executive role reports to the Director of Litigation & Advocacy and focuses on delivering high-quality civil legal assistance to low-income Iowans.

The position may be based at any of our office locations across Iowa, offering leadership, strategy, and collaboration with attorneys, paralegals, and finance staff to ensure strong advocacy and compliance.