Senior Statewide Litigation Director

Mielegalaid; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave

Insurance

Retirement package

Job summary

Mielegalaid seeks an Assistant Litigation Director to lead litigation efforts and ensure quality legal assistance to low-income Iowans. You will collaborate with staff and serve as a strategic leader in trial-level litigation, enhancing advocacy for vulnerable communities.

The ideal candidate needs at least eight years of experience in civil litigation and must be licensed to practice law in Iowa. The position offers excellent benefits and a salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years of experience practicing law.
• Proven record of complex civil litigation as lead counsel.
• Strong commitment to providing legal services to low‑income people.

Responsibilities

• Lead statewide litigation efforts in state and federal courts.
• Collaborate with attorneys on trial-level litigation and strategy.
• Assist in providing legal expertise to staff.

Skills

Leadership

Litigation Strategy

Legal Writing

Communication

Education

Licensed to practice law in Iowa

Admission to federal court

Job description

Mielegalaid seeks an Assistant Litigation Director to lead litigation efforts and ensure quality legal assistance to low-income Iowans. You will collaborate with staff and serve as a strategic leader in trial-level litigation, enhancing advocacy for vulnerable communities.

The ideal candidate needs at least eight years of experience in civil litigation and must be licensed to practice law in Iowa. The position offers excellent benefits and a salary commensurate with experience.