Volunteer Attorney Program Director

Job Description
Type of Job: 
Full-Time
Main Areas of Responsibility: 

Acts as a liaison with other New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA) managers and NMLA administration
Be responsible for implementation of NMLA and Legal Services Corporation (LSC) policies related to VAP
Write and present regular reports for NMLA, Access to Justice (ATJ) and LSC
Lead efforts for new Private Attorney Involvement (PAI) grants
Develop and maintain relationships with volunteer attorneys and is available to provide support when needed

Additional Areas of Responsibility: 

Develop VAP procedures and policies as needed
Develop VAP sponsored (continuing legal education credits) (CLEs) and attorney appreciation events
Problem-solve issues that arise related to VAP, including follow-up with clients, VAP attorneys, or other people and entities
Serve as first contact for case referrals, and assign cases to staff
Develop and effectuate VAP messaging and outreach
Expand the number of pro bono attorneys willing to provide pro bono services

Other Information/Requirements: 

Requirements: Five or more years' experience as a practicing attorney, license to practice in New Mexico or licensed in any other state and eligible for New Mexico license. Prior experience working with pro bono programs or handling pro bono cases is a plus. Candidates must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks.

How to Apply: 

Please send a current resume, three references, and a letter of interest explaining what you would like to accomplish if you are selected for this position to: [email protected] Salary: DOE, NMLA is an EEO Employer. Deadline: October 1, 2021 or until position filled. Please see www.newmexicolegalaid.org for full job posting

Contact Information
Name: 
Chris
City: 
Albuquerque
State: 
New Mexico
Zip/Postal Code: 
87102
Business Phone: 
(505) 243-7871
Email Address: 
[email protected]
Internal Info
Date to Post: 
Sep 17 2021
Date to Remove: 
Oct 2 2021

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