Senior Manager, Pro Bono Operations

Morrison Foerster; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 156,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Parental leave benefits

Wellness program (Talkspace)

Community service day

Education reimbursement

Talent development team

Profit-sharing

Job summary

Morrison Foerster is seeking a Senior Manager, Pro Bono Operations to serve as the operational backbone of the pro bono program, partnering with legal teams to streamline workflows and report on performance.

You will oversee end-to-end operations, track data and budget, staff clinics, and drive cross-office collaboration to enable pro bono attorneys to focus on delivering high-impact legal services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; J.D. or MBA preferred.
• Experience as a practicing lawyer, paralegal, or equivalent business professional.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pro bono operations end-to-end, including matter opening/closing and coverage continuity.
• Manage pro bono data and metrics reporting by title, office, and practice group for leadership presentations.
• Track attorney pro bono interests, recurring opportunities, and key nonprofit relationships to keep the team resourced.
• Support budget development and expenditure monitoring for the pro bono program.
• Staff and manage legal clinics, trainings, and limited-scope projects with client coordination.
• Drive Pro Bono Pentathlon reporting for awards, rankings, pitches, and RFPs with Marketing/BD.
• Serve as cross-functional liaison with administrative/operational functions across the firm.
• Streamline and automate workflows; ensure quality control on multi-office projects.
• Uphold risk management protocols and develop a comprehensive pro bono operations manual.
• Supervise pro bono staff with coaching and performance management.

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Cross-functional coordination

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's degree

J.D. or MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Ready to write your story? Join MoFo as SENIOR MANAGER, PRO BONO OPERATIONS on our Pro Bono team!

We couldn’t write our own success story without yours.

This role can be based in San Francisco, Palo Alto, Los Angeles, Denver, New York or Washington, DC.

https://www.mofo.com/offices

About The Role

We're looking for a Senior Manager, Pro Bono Operations to be the operational backbone of our pro bono program—partnering closely with our pro bono team to streamline workflows, track and report on program performance, and manage key projects (including those involving our commercial clients). In this role, you'll blend operational analysis, cross-functional coordination, and talent management to free up pro bono counsel to focus on what they do best: delivering exceptional legal service to those who need it most. If you thrive on building efficient systems, driving best practices, and ensuring seamless collaboration across teams, this is your opportunity to help grow a pro bono practice that makes a real difference.

• Oversee pro bono practice operations end-to-end—matter opening/closing, supervision, progress monitoring, and coverage continuity when attorneys depart.
• Manage pro bono data and metrics reporting (with accounting and other stakeholders) by title, office, and practice group, and prepare related reports and presentations for firm leadership.
• Track attorney pro bono interests, recurring opportunities, and key nonprofit/legal services relationships to keep the team resourced and informed.
• Support budget development and expenditure monitoring for the pro bono program.
• Source, staff, and manage legal clinics, trainings, and limited-scope projects, including coordination with clients' in-house legal teams.
• Drive the Pro Bono Pentathlon reporting process and supply data for awards, rankings, pitches, and RFP responses in partnership with Marketing and Business Development.
• Serve as cross-functional liaison, connecting the pro bono program with administrative and operational functions across the firm.
• Streamline and automate administrative workflows (with IT and admin staff) and ensure quality control and timely completion of multi-office projects.
• Uphold risk management protocols—engagement/disengagement letters, matter closure, inactive matter reviews—and build a comprehensive pro bono operations manual.
• Supervise and develop pro bono administrative staff through coaching, goal-setting, and performance management, while maintaining confidentiality and data security compliance.

About You

• Bachelor's degree required (J.D. or M.B.A. preferred), with 5+ years' experience as a practicing lawyer, paralegal, or equivalent business professional—law firm and pro bono program experience strongly preferred
• Proven track record designing, managing, and leading complex projects and initiatives across multiple offices or teams
• Skilled at analyzing operational data and translating findings into actionable insights, with experience leveraging technology—including AI—to drive efficiency
• Strong organizational and operational management skills, with the ability to create effective solutions even where no precedent exists
• Excellent communicator with strong writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills, plus the emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and discretion needed for sensitive matters
• Collaborative team player who builds consensus, motivates others, and thrives in a closely integrated, cross-functional environment
• Highly accountable, proactive, and flexible self-starter who can manage competing priorities and see projects through from inception to completion with minimal supervision
• Strong client-relationship skills, Microsoft Office proficiency, and a track record of producing accurate, detailed work product

About Mofo

At MoFo, we collaborate as one firm, across borders, practice areas, and business functions and value fresh ideas and innovation over conformity and competition.

• About Us: https://www.mofo.com/about
• Inclusion + Engagement: https://www.mofo.com/community/we-at-mofo
• Commitment to Pro Bono: https://www.mofo.com/community/pro-bono
• The MoFo Foundation: https://www.mofo.com/culture/mofo-foundation

About Our Benefits

MoFo offers a comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day.

• A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options and backup child and elder care.
• Global wellness program, including free access to Talkspace and Calm apps.
• Annual community service day to make an impact on your community and a birthday holiday just for fun.
• Education reimbursement annually.
• Dedicated Talent Development team.
• Competitive annual profit-sharing contribution.

Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, overtime as applicable, health/welfare benefits, retirement contributions, paid holidays, and PTO. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: local market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience; and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances. Per Colorado law, this posting includes an anticipated application deadline of February 11, 2027.

The position may close earlier if a suitable candidate is identified.

San Francisco, Palo Alto, New York salary range: $164k to $229k

Los Angeles, Washington, DC salary range: $156k to $218k

Denver salary range: $146k to $204k

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