Senior Director, Litigation & Compliance (Nonprofit)

HHM Talent; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave and holidays

Professional development

Job summary

HHM Talent is assisting a Memphis nonprofit in finding a Director of Litigation & Compliance. The ideal candidate is an experienced attorney with leadership skills, broad litigation expertise, and a commitment to access to justice for low-income communities.

This is an in-office role in Memphis, TN, requiring collaboration with the CEO, CFO, Deputy Director, and Grants Coordinator to align litigation and compliance with funding requirements and organizational mission.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Tennessee and in good standing.
• Minimum of seven years of litigation experience in relevant sectors (legal aid, nonprofit, government).
• Experience supervising attorneys or legal staff.
• Strong knowledge of civil litigation and professional responsibility rules.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight for litigation across all practice units.
• Develop, implement, and monitor litigation standards and quality assurance protocols.
• Consult with Managing Attorneys and Staff Attorneys on complex cases and high-risk matters.
• Support trial preparation and mentor on pleadings, discovery, and trial advocacy.
• Promote high-quality client representation in line with mission and grant requirements.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on program priorities and organizational strategy.

Skills

J.D.

TN bar license

Litigation experience

Supervisory experience

Civil litigation

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

HHM Talent is assisting a Memphis nonprofit in finding a Director of Litigation & Compliance. The ideal candidate is an experienced attorney with leadership skills, broad litigation expertise, and a commitment to access to justice for low-income communities.

This is an in-office role in Memphis, TN, requiring collaboration with the CEO, CFO, Deputy Director, and Grants Coordinator to align litigation and compliance with funding requirements and organizational mission.