Pro Bono Counsel

Overview

Orrick currently has an excellent opportunity for a Pro Bono Counsel. This position could be based in any of our California Offices (Los Angeles, Orange County, Sacramento, San Francisco, Santa Monica, or Silicon Valley). Orrick has a long-standing commitment to providing high-quality pro bono legal services and supporting the communities in which we live and work. The Firm encourages its attorneys to devote at least 60 hours annually to pro bono client service and recognizes pro bono work as an important part of the Firm’s culture and values. The Pro Bono Counsel will help lead and strengthen the Firm’s U.S. pro bono program, with a primary focus on California. The Counsel will work closely with the Pro Bono Committee, Firm leadership, attorneys, clients, nonprofit organizations, legal services providers, and community partners to develop meaningful pro bono opportunities, engage attorneys, and ensure the effective delivery and impact of the Firm’s pro bono work.

Success in the Role

Success will mean strengthening our strategically focused and well-run pro bono program that creates meaningful opportunities for Orrick attorneys while delivering tangible benefits to clients and communities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic priorities for the Firm’s U.S. pro bono program, with particular emphasis on California.
• Identify significant legal and community needs and develop high-impact pro bono matters, programs, and partnerships.
• Serve as a resource to attorneys, helping identify and staff appropriate pro bono opportunities and supporting matters from intake through completion.
• Coordinate pro bono activities in California while supporting the Firm’s other U.S.