Pro Bono Coordinator
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP · New York, United States · 1 wk ago
OTHR$75k–$85k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Operational and Administrative Support
- Support with staffing, administration and operational management of pro bono matters, including pro bono legal clinics and pro bono projects.
- Aid in the coordination and execution of pro bono events, including clinics, trainings, and special projects.
- Serve as a resource on the firm’s pro bono policies for attorneys and staff.
- Compile case lists for departing attorneys and monitor responses to ensure cases are properly transitioned, under the guidance of Pro Bono Department attorneys.
- Maintain inventory of pro bono training opportunities and assist in connecting attorneys to trainings relevant to their pro bono matters, under the guidance of Pro Bono Department attorneys.
- Aid in updating training materials and templates on internal resource pages.
- Aid in internal and external marketing efforts, including maintaining a list of matters for inclusion in pro bono newsletters.
- Database and Reporting Support
- Maintain and update databases and systems used by the Pro Bono Department, including Paladin, SharePoint, email distribution lists, the Matter Intelligence System, as well as select spreadsheets.
- Track compliance with engagement letters and disengagement letters requirement, and maintain documentation.
- Secure status report from departing attorneys on all open pro bono matters in which they have billed time or served in a supervisory role.
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Minimum of 2 years of related practice support experience in a law firm or legal services organization preferred.
- Advanced working knowledge of MS Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks deadlines.
- Ability to prioritize work, adjust to changing priorities, work independently and collaboratively, and manage multiple time-sensitive projects.
- Demonstrated ability to proactively identify issues, develop practical solutions, and deliver results.
- Demonstrated interest in pro bono, either through prior employment or volunteer opportunity preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and sensitivity to the complexities of legal representations.
- Demonstrated enthusiasm for learning about and contributing to program development and the provision of pro bono legal services.
- Demonstrated poise and professionalism when interacting with attorneys, staff, clients, and external partners.
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to the firm’s core values.
- Strong service orientation to professional growth and development.
Work Schedule
- Generally 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
- Hybrid work schedule, currently four days per week in the New York office, subject to firm policy.
- Occasional overtime may be required.
Position is based in the New York office.
Salary
- $75,000 - $85,000 (non-exempt).