Pro Bono Counsel

Min 10 yrs required

Full-time

No

H1: Pro Bono Counsel Opportunity at Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP
H2: Make a Difference with Your Legal Expertise and Passion for Pro Bono Work

- Exciting opportunity for a Pro Bono Counsel at Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP
- Looking for a valued contributor to join our dynamic team of lawyers, paralegals, and business professionals
- Responsible for driving the firm's strategic plan for pro bono practice
- Oversees large-scale pro bono projects, partnerships with corporate clients, and maintains a pro bono legal practice
- Reports directly to the Chief Responsible Business & Pro Bono Practice Officer and Pro Bono Committee Partner Chair
- Hybrid role requiring on-site presence 3 days per week
- Salary range of $200,000 - $300,000, commensurate with experience and location

The Pro Bono Counsel at Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through their legal expertise and passion for pro bono work. This position involves working closely with the Partner Chair of the Pro Bono Committee and Chief Responsible Business & Pro Bono Practice Officer to advance the firm's pro bono initiatives and support the programs of our corporate clients. If you are a highly skilled and motivated individual with a Juris Doctorate degree and at least 10 years of legal practice, we encourage you to apply and join our team of dedicated professionals.

Responsibilities and Duties:

- Develop pro bono projects and match matters with appropriate staffing and good judgement.
- Screen requests for pro bono assistance from organizations and individuals.
- Match pro bono matters with lawyers and provide desired professional development opportunities.
- Approve pro bono matters in our intake system and ensure accurate data collection.
- Identify key impact litigation opportunities and supervise large-scale pro bono projects.
- Apply an understanding of immigration law when advising on immigration cases.
- Advise attorneys on risk management issues related to pro bono practice.
- Maintain relationships with community organizations and support internal and external communications for pro bono.
- Work with alumni relations to integrate alumni into the firm's pro bono program.
- Lead pro bono initiatives to support the programs of our corporate clients.
- Develop innovative solutions to increase pro bono participation among lawyers and corporate client partners.
- Collaborate with international colleagues to identify cross-jurisdictional pro bono matters.
- Plan and oversee events to recognize pro bono service.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university.
- At least 10 years of legal practice, with litigation experience preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Profound understanding of various legal areas, including immigration law.
- Demonstrated ability to develop, coordinate, and supervise pro bono projects and initiatives.
- Capacity to identify key impact litigation opportunities and develop innovative solutions.
- Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
- Effective communication skills for internal and external communications.
- Proven track record of collaboration with team members and other departments.
- Knowledge of risk management issues related to pro bono practice.
- Experience in event planning and data management.
- Ability to lead and inspire engagement among members.

At Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP, we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within our firm and the legal profession. We believe that diverse perspectives and backgrounds make us a stronger firm. We maintain a policy of equal employment opportunities and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, ancestry, amnesty, citizenship status, ethnicity, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Join us and be part of a team that values and celebrates diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Not specified.

Not specified.

Not specified.

Legal expertise, project management, strategic thinking, relationship building, communication, collaboration, risk management, event planning, data management, leadership.

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university.

Interested individuals can apply by submitting their resume and cover letter through the firm's website.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university, at least 10 years of legal practice experience, litigation experience preferred.

Legal