Managing Attorney — Public Interest & Community Justice

Nacba; Hillsboro (OR); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon Law Center seeks a managing attorney to lead one of Oregon's largest legal aid offices. You will supervise a team of nine staff attorneys, five paralegals, and one supervising attorney, focusing on housing, family, public benefits, seniors, civil and immigrant rights across multiple counties.

You will drive client-centered, trauma-informed advocacy, mentor staff, and build collaborative partnerships with courts and community partners while ensuring strong program administration and

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ legal experience with significant litigation and trial skills.
• Experience mentoring and developing attorneys and staff.
• Commitment to equity and serving low-income communities.
• Ability to manage priorities, deadlines, and competing demands.
• Travel and active bar membership in good standing required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a high-quality legal aid office aligned with OLC mission.
• Promote a client-centered, trauma-informed practice and professional growth.
• Provide supervision, mentorship, and staff development.
• Cultivate relationships with courts, partners, and community organizations.
• Oversee program administration, compliance, and organizational efficiency.

Skills

Team Leadership

Attorney Development

Staff Mentorship

Conflict Navigation

Client-Centered Practice

Racial Equity Leadership

Litigation Experience

Written & Oral Advocacy

Court & Partner Relationships

Legal Services Background

Organizational Skills

Technical Skills

Software Proficiency

Spanish Language Proficiency

Education

Oregon State Bar membership in good standing or reciprocal eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Word

Excel

Case management systems

Job description

The Oregon Law Center seeks a managing attorney to lead one of Oregon's largest legal aid offices. You will supervise a team of nine staff attorneys, five paralegals, and one supervising attorney, focusing on housing, family, public benefits, seniors, civil and immigrant rights across multiple counties.

You will drive client-centered, trauma-informed advocacy, mentor staff, and build collaborative partnerships with courts and community partners while ensuring strong program administration and