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SUMMARY:

The Office of the Ohio Public Defender (OPD) is the state agency responsible for providing legal representation and other services to people accused or convicted of a crime who cannot afford to hire an attorney.

SUMMARY

The Director of Family and Matrimonial Practice leads a core area of Her Justice’s legal services, managing a team of attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants focused on representing women living in poverty in New York City. This role oversees all aspects of family and matrimonial law practice, including case intake, supervision, pro bono case placement, and volunteer attorney training. The Director serves as a senior legal resource, mentoring staff and volunteers while ensuring high-quality representation in matters involving custody, child support, orders of protection, and divorce. The position also coordinates legal clinics and continuing legal education (CLE) sessions, strengthening relationships with private law firms and supporting the development of trauma-informed, culturally responsive legal advocacy.

Beyond direct legal practice management, the Director plays a key role in shaping strategic initiatives and contributing to Her Justice’s policy and advocacy efforts. Working closely with senior leadership, the Director helps define department goals, launch new programs, and support systemic change aligned with the organization’s mission. The ideal candidate is an experienced family law practitioner and supervisor who brings a deep commitment to social justice, a strong equity lens, and the ability to lead with both strategic vision and day-to-day operational effectiveness.

SALARY & BENEFITS: The salary range for this position is $130,000 to $155,000, depending on experience. Her Justice also offers excellent benefits, including 20 days of PTO, 7 days of sick leave, half-day summer Fridays, a 401k plan, commuter benefits, and employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision benefits.

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