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Managing Attorney: Volunteer Lawyers Project |
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Portland, OR |
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Legal - Civil |
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Legal Aid Services of Oregon |
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| Position Description: |
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Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) seeks a full-time managing attorney to provide leadership and management for the Volunteer Lawyers Project located in downtown Portland.
BACKGROUND: LASO is an effective, high quality legal services program committed to achieving justice for the low-income communities of Oregon. LASO’s fifteen offices include regional offices throughout the state, a statewide Migrant Program, a Native American Program, and the Community Development Law Center. LASO’s priorities are client-based and change as client needs change. The Volunteer Lawyers Project of the Multnomah County Office is composed of several clinics and programs staffed by volunteer lawyers that expand LASO’s capacity to serve low-income clients with high priority cases.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The attorney in this position is responsible for creating and maintaining excellent relationships with the private bar and operating the Volunteer Lawyers Project that serves over 2000 clients per year with volunteer lawyers. The managing attorney supervises pro bono unit staff in the Multnomah County office, volunteers and law students. In addition, the managing attorney for the Volunteer Lawyers Project will provide compliance and reporting assistance to the LASO Central Office and participate in regional coordination of pro bono efforts with adjacent legal services offices. The managing attorney keeps current on the law applicable to priority pro bono practice areas and carries a small case load toward that end. |
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QUALIFICATIONS: Attorney with at least 5 years of experience sought. Demonstrated commitment to serving low-income communities and experience managing volunteer lawyers is strongly desired. A high degree of initiative and willingness to work collaboratively is also sought. Experience with contract management, database management a plus. Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to foster relationships with the private bar and related community partners required. Management and supervisory experience required. Admission to Oregon Bar or willingness to take next exam. |
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CLOSING DATE: November 30, 2009
APPLICATIONS: Send resume and cover letter to:
Leslie Kay
Regional Director
Legal Aid Services of Oregon
Multnomah County Office
921 SW Washington, Suite 500
Portland, OR 97205
FAX (503) 295-9496
leslie.kay@lasoregon.org |
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LEGAL AID SERVICES OF OREGON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER |
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SALARY/BENEFITS: Salary depends on experience. Full benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) plan and law school loan repayment program. |
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11/30/2009
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