RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with 6-person Senior Legal Team to ensure that the department’s case placement and department goals are met, and work with staff to meet goals and aspirations.
Serve as senior resource and authority to staff on substantive issues in Family and Matrimonial issues.
Directly oversee a team of 8 including Supervising Attorneys, Senior Staff Attorneys, Paralegal, and Legal Assistants in the family and matrimonial law practice area.
Lead the department in developing new initiatives, strategic planning, and participating in policy efforts, etc.
Mentor and support volunteer attorneys representing low-income clients in family/matrimonial matters, including, providing consultation, reviewing documents, brainstorming strategy, and ensuring volunteers are prepared.
Conduct ongoing CLE training programs on family/matrimonial issues.
Manage and coordinate legal clinics with partnering law firms.
Assess Family/Matrimonial cases for placement with pro bono attorneys.
Participate in community outreach, media relations, and other forms of marketing and public education.
Serve on committees and panels relating to policy issues and/or reform efforts integral to Her Justice’s mission.
SKILLSET AND QUALITIES
Experienced Program Manager. You have a demonstrated ability to design, implement, and oversee complex legal service delivery programs. You are adept at setting strategic goals, evaluating impact, and adjusting to meet evolving client and organizational needs.
People-Centered and Inclusive Leader. You are a seasoned and empathetic manager who fosters a collaborative team culture, develops talent, and creates a supportive, high-performance environment rooted in equity and trust.
Strategic Thinker with Operational Acumen. You bring both vision and structure to legal practice leadership—balancing day-to-day operations with long-term planning, resource allocation, and cross-departmental coordination.
Skilled Relationship-Builder and Trusted Advisor. You excel at cultivating relationships across diverse stakeholders, including internal teams, pro bono partners, community organizations, and policy networks.
Mission-Driven Advocate. You bring a deep commitment to racial, gender, and economic justice and a clear understanding of how civil legal systems impact marginalized communities. You are committed to trauma-informed and client-centered advocacy, particularly for survivors of intimate partner violence and individuals from marginalized communities.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
JD degree and bar admission in New York State
At least 10+ years of experience handling matrimonial and family law cases in New York State.
5+ years of experience supervising attorneys required.
3+ years of experience with program management.
Experience representing indigent clients, survivors of domestic violence and clients from diverse backgrounds and communities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal database systems.
Preferred
Experience delivering legal services in a nonprofit or social justice setting.
Experience working with and supporting pro bono attorneys or volunteers.
Familiarity with Salesforce or other client relationship management (CRM) systems.
Experience in policy advocacy, training development, or community engagement initiatives.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Hybrid with 2 days a week in office required (subject to change based on business needs).
Local travel may be required to attend meetings with law firms and partnering agencies to conduct outreach and trainings.
Travel to conferences may also be required.
A cover letter is required. To apply: https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=6798882
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