California Pro Bono Programs Lead

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP; Rapid City (SD); Sur place; USD 200 000 - 250 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits

Paid time off

401K

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Parental leave

Résumé du poste

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP is seeking a Pro Bono Counsel to lead the U.S. pro bono program with a primary focus on California. The role collaborates with the Pro Bono Committee, leadership, attorneys, clients, and community partners to develop meaningful opportunities and ensure effective delivery of pro bono work.

The position emphasizes strategic priorities, staff engagement, and strong partnerships with nonprofits and legal services providers to expand access to justice.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree or equivalent experience required.
• Admission to practice in California required.
• At least 8 years of relevant legal, pro bono, public interest, program management, or related experience.
• Experience working with nonprofit organizations, legal services providers, law firms, bar associations, corporate legal departments, or similar organizations.
• Strong understanding of the California pro bono landscape and familiarity with national pro bono organizations.
• Demonstrated commitment to public service and access to justice.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement strategic priorities for the Firm’s U.S. pro bono program, with particular emphasis on California.
• Identify significant legal and community needs and develop high-impact pro bono matters, programs, and partnerships.
• Serve as a resource to attorneys, helping identify and staff appropriate pro bono opportunities and supporting matters from intake through completion.
• Coordinate pro bono activities in California while supporting the Firm’s other U.S. offices as appropriate.
• Build and maintain relationships with legal services organizations, nonprofits, bar associations, clients, and other community partners, primarily focused on California.
• Develop opportunities for collaboration with clients and prospective clients on pro bono initiatives in California where appropriate.
• In collaboration with the Pro Bono team, engage attorneys and staff through communications, training, and other initiatives that encourage meaningful participation.
• Work with Firm leadership and the Pro Bono Committee to evaluate the program, identify opportunities for improvement, and ensure resources are deployed effectively.

Connaissances

Strategic planning

Project management

Relationship building

Communication

Leadership

Formation

J.D. degree or equivalent experience

Description du poste

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP is seeking a Pro Bono Counsel to lead the U.S. pro bono program with a primary focus on California. The role collaborates with the Pro Bono Committee, leadership, attorneys, clients, and community partners to develop meaningful opportunities and ensure effective delivery of pro bono work.

The position emphasizes strategic priorities, staff engagement, and strong partnerships with nonprofits and legal services providers to expand access to justice.