Remote Elder Law Practice Group Director

Counties Legal Services, Inc.; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Counties Legal Services, Inc. is seeking a Practice Group Director to lead and supervise the Elder Law Team in Riverside/San Bernardino counties, delivering free legal services to seniors and overseeing estate planning, elder abuse, consumer disputes, and related matters.

The role reports to the Deputy Director of Litigation, with responsibility for staff, outreach, and coordination across practice groups. Travel within the counties and collaboration with community partners are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in elder law.
• At least 5 years of management experience in a legal environment.
• Law degree and active California Bar in good standing.
• Ability to understand poverty law objectives.
• Past paid or volunteer work in legal service offices serving low-income clients is a plus.
• Strong written, verbal and interviewing skills.
• Patient and flexible.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage all staff in the Elder Law practice group.
• Monitor caseload and productivity to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Participate in management and administrative decision-making at ICLS.
• Recruit and train staff as needed.
• Represent clients before the Superior Court.
• Manage outreach and community engagement, including presentations.

Skills

Elder law knowledge

Leadership

Grants management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

California Bar in good standing

Job description

Counties Legal Services, Inc. is seeking a Practice Group Director to lead and supervise the Elder Law Team in Riverside/San Bernardino counties, delivering free legal services to seniors and overseeing estate planning, elder abuse, consumer disputes, and related matters.

The role reports to the Deputy Director of Litigation, with responsibility for staff, outreach, and coordination across practice groups. Travel within the counties and collaboration with community partners are essential.