Pro Bono Legal Services Coordinator
At a glance
DC Volunteer Lawyers Project
Full-time
Washington D.C, US
7 January 2025
Since 2008, DC Volunteer Lawyers Project (DCVLP) has provided free legal services to thousands of survivors of domestic violence, vulnerable children, and immigrant survivors of gender-based violence. To broaden our reach, we recruit, train, and support hundreds of dedicated volunteer attorneys each year. We operate free call-in and walk-in clinics throughout the District of Columbia so survivors and other DC residents can access free legal services on a wide variety of legal issues including emergency protection order, custody, divorce, Guardian ad litem cases, and immigration cases on behalf of victims. Our attorneys, volunteers, and advocates help clients achieve long-term safety and stability by connecting survivors and at-risk children to our community partners for assistance during and beyond the closing of their case.
In 2023, over 600 volunteer lawyers contributed approximately 48,000 pro bono hours, worth $18 million in free legal services. This position serves a critical role in the recruitment and engagement of volunteer lawyers.
The Successful Candidate
- You are looking for a job that matters.
- You have a strong commitment to justice, demonstrated through your involvement in nonprofit work and or volunteerism.
- You are detail-oriented, highly organized, and love creating systems.
- You are self-motivated and resourceful in both identifying and solving problems.
- You find coordination between various teams exciting and are able to manage up to Director-level staff members effectively.
- You have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- You have a college degree or equivalent experience.
- You are technologically savvy, with proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and database entry. Familiarity with Raiser's Edge or similar CRM software, as well as experience with Legal Server or other case management databases, would be a plus.
- You may be able to work virtually, but you understand that onsite attendance is routinely required in our D.C. office.
This is a unique opportunity to work with a dedicated team, gain vital experience at a legal services nonprofit, and help increase access to justice for under-served, low-income survivors of domestic violence and at risk children. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in nonprofit management or legal services.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate logistics of volunteer engagement, ensuring a seamless process from initial contact with DCVLP, volunteer onboarding, to placement on a case.
- In partnership with Executive Director and other senior leadership, manage details of law firm relationships, including documentation, identifying potential new partners, and scheduling meetings and trainings with law firms.
- Continuously monitor the ongoing volunteer needs of each program and facilitate targeted recruitment to support identified gaps including, but not limited to, identifying and engaging affinity groups within law firms to recruit volunteers, particularly focusing on volunteers possessing language skills.
- Coordinate activities for the Junior Board (a non-governing board of approximately 30 associates at area law firms and corporations,) engaging senior DCVLP staff as needed for meetings and other requirements.
- Collaborate with the Development and Grants team to compile volunteer pro bono hours and related data on a quarterly basis.
- Assist the Development team with the Annual Event, website management, and grant-related activities, as needed.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Other relevant duties as assigned. This description is not an attempt to list all essential functions of this position as it is recognized that duties may evolve, based on DCVLP’s needs.
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