Pro Bono Programs Coordinator

Cooley LLP; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 103,155,000 - 134,674,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

PTO 20 days

Holidays 10

Parental leave

Fertility benefits

Life insurance

AD&D

HSAs

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Cooley LLP in Los Angeles seeks a Pro Bono Specialist to join the Pro Bono Practice. The role handles intake, database management, reporting, event planning, and project support for the Pro Bono Partner and Committee.

The successful candidate will manage databases, coordinate trainings, prepare documents and pleadings, and liaise with staff across departments. A 3+ year administrative background, MS Office proficiency, and strong confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Required: 3+ years’ prior administrative experience.
• Required: Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and iManage.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree; previous law firm experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain pro bono client and volunteer databases.
• Facilitate pro bono client queries, screening, and processing.
• Prepare new business forms, conflict sheets and engagement letters.
• Monitor firmwide attorney departures and case reassignments under Pro Bono Partner direction.
• Prepare various pro bono reports and statistics.
• Serve as designated point of contact to secretaries firmwide on Pro Bono procedures/questions.
• Publish pro bono information and online training tools with Pro Bono Counsel.
• Coordinate pro bono trainings with partner legal services providers.
• Provide support in development and preparation of pro bono presentations.
• Handle pro bono event planning and logistics.
• Support Pro Bono Practice with Recruiting, HR, PD, Library and Marketing initiatives.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Access

Overtime availability

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

iManage

Firm applications

Job description

Cooley LLP in Los Angeles seeks a Pro Bono Specialist to join the Pro Bono Practice. The role handles intake, database management, reporting, event planning, and project support for the Pro Bono Partner and Committee.

The successful candidate will manage databases, coordinate trainings, prepare documents and pleadings, and liaise with staff across departments. A 3+ year administrative background, MS Office proficiency, and strong confidentiality are essential.