managing attorney

ATLANTA LEGAL AID SOCIETY

<div><div><b>Atlanta Legal Aid Society </b>(&ldquo;Legal Aid&rdquo;) seeks a <b>Managing Attorney</b> for its <b>Clayton County Office</b>. The Clayton County office is located on Adamson Parkway in Morrow, Georgia, just east of I-85 South, 12 miles from downtown Atlanta. The staff currently consists of a managing attorney, 5 full-time attorneys, a navigator, and four support staff. Attorneys in the Clayton office represent low-income persons in Clayton County in a wide variety of civil law matters, including housing, family law, public benefits, consumer issues, and education law, through community education, brief service, advice and referral, transactional work, negotiation, mediation, and litigation.<br>
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Responsibilities:</b></div><ul><li>
Overall management, quality, and efficacy of the office.</li><li>
Direct supervision of staff.</li><li>
Conducting staff meetings, administering performance reviews, and cultivating an environment for professional development and growth.</li><li>
Conducting regular one-on-one meetings, providing constructive feedback, and mentoring junior staff.</li><li>
Working closely with Legal Aid&rsquo;s management team to coordinate client services.</li><li>
Serving as a point of escalation for complex cases, client issues, or internal conflicts.</li><li>
Serving as a primary representative of Legal Aid in the Clayton County community, maintaining relations with the local bar and bench, government, community organizations, and funding sources.</li>
Handling an active caseload, although lower than that of the staff attorneys.<br>
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Qualifications:</b></div><ul><li>
Active member in good standing in the State Bar of Georgia (preferred, or active membership in another state bar and eligible for reciprocity in Georgia.</li><li>
Minimum of<b> seven</b> years of experience litigating in various legal forums.</li><li>
Experience managing staff, including supervising and mentoring attorneys.</li><li>
Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy skills.</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to use sound judgment to resolve issues effectively and fairly.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, hybrid team model, with an appreciation for diversity.</li><li>
Previous experience working with low-income persons and knowledge of the program&rsquo;s core civil practice areas are preferred.</li>
Proficiency in languages other than English is highly valued.<br>
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Salary and Benefits:</b></div><ul><li>
The salary offered for this position is up to $100,000, contingent upon the candidate's experience and bar admission status. Salaries are reviewed and adjusted annually, depending on funding.</li><li>
Generous fringe benefits, including 18 paid holidays in 2025, 6 weeks of paid time off (accruing at 2.5 days per month) in the first two years, and 6 weeks of parental leave (12 weeks after one year).</li><li>
Individual health insurance, including optional dental and vision coverage, with partial payment for dependent health insurance.</li><li>
Life, long-term, and short-term disability insurance.</li><li>
Salary reduction option for a flexible spending account.</li><li>
Educational loan reimbursement up to $600 per month (after a set off of other loan reimbursement amounts).</li><li>
Voluntary tax-sheltered annuity with 3% match.</li><li>
State Bar of Georgia dues and CLE expenses.</li>
Hybrid work schedule that allows staff to work 2 days remotely, subject to the approval of management and after a probationary employment period. Managing attorneys are expected to have a greater physical presence in the office.<br>
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Application Requirements: </b>Submit a letter of interest, resume, writing sample which demonstrates your ability to research and analyze legal issues, official law school transcript (a copy is acceptable pending your order of an official transcript), and the names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of three professional references with a brief statement as to the connection to the applicant, as one (1) PDF using our online application system at the following link: Atlantalegalaid.org/jobs. Only applications with all of the requested documents will be considered for an interview. Internal candidates need not provide transcripts, which should already be on file.<br>
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Your application will be acknowledged. No phone calls, please. For assistance with technical difficulties in submitting your application, please email career@atlantalegalaid.org.<br>
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ALAS considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.</div></div>

Clayton County Managing Attorney

Chicago Transit Authority

<p></p><div><div><p>Experienced attorney with &ldquo;first chair&rdquo; responsibilities for significant workers&rsquo; compensation litigation. Responsible for litigating own caseload of significant workers&rsquo; compensation cases. Manages, supervises, trains and provides advice to attorneys of all experience levels in the workers&rsquo; compensation group regarding legal strategy. Works closely with the GM of Workers&rsquo; Compensation Department and third-party administrator.</p><div><br>
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Qualifications</b><div></div><p><b><br>
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p><ul><li> Handles own caseload of workers&rsquo; compensation cases through all phases of litigation. This requires frequent appearances in court for hearings and arbitrations, taking and defending of depositions, preparing and deposing witnesses and expert witnesses, legal and medical research, and drafting of pleadings and motions. Has skills and experience to &ldquo;first chair&rdquo; any workers&rsquo; compensation matters involving the CTA.</li><li> Supervises the work of Chief, Senior, and Associate attorneys, paralegals, and other support staff in area including mentoring and skill development.</li><li> Provides advice and counseling directly to the Workers&rsquo; Compensation Department, CTA&rsquo;s third-party administrator and all other CTA departments.</li><li> Handles various administrative responsibilities&mdash;e.g., evaluations, invoice processing, Law Dept. committees, etc.</li><li> Hires, trains, develops, monitors, and evaluates performance of staff. Reviews and recommends personnel actions for approval.</li><li> Performs related duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><b>
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p><p>
Reporting to this position are the following jobs:</p><p>
Job Title</p><ul><li> Associate, Senior and Chief attorneys</li><li> Administrative Assistants/Secretaries/Paralegals</li></ul><p><b>
CHALLENGES</b></p><ul><li> Must work in stressful situations.</li><li> Must be able to provide legal advice in a short response time.</li><li> Must be able to work on many tasks simultaneously.</li><li> Must have strong leadership and managerial skills.</li></ul><p><b>
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS</b></p><ul><li> Law degree from an accredited school of law and licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois.</li><li> Must have ten plus years workers&rsquo; compensation experience.</li></ul><p><b>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</b></p><ul><li> Demands associated with a normal office type environment.</li><li> Requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time and constantly operating a computer and other office productivity machinery.</li><li> Service Area Requirement: Exempt (Non-Union) employees must live within the boundaries of the CTA Statutory Service Area either at the time of employment or within 6 months of beginning employment at CTA.</li></ul><p>
</p><p><b>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES</b></p><ul><li> Must possess suitable temperament and disposition and strong interpersonal skills for interactions with assigned staff and various levels of personnel in the Workers&rsquo; Compensation Department, other CTA departments and the third party administrator.</li><li> Must possess integrity, initiative and the creativity to provide effective solutions to CTA issues.</li><li> Must be capable of leadership, teamwork and training capabilities.</li><li> Must communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and possess analytical skills necessary for competent legal interpretation.</li><li> Must be knowledgeable of applicable federal and state laws.</li><li> Must possess the managerial and administrative skills to direct and coordinate the activities of the practice area.</li><li> Must possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Suite including word processing functions.</li></ul><p><b>
WORKING CONDITIONS</b></p><ul><li> Usual office working conditions.</li><li> Make regular site visits to non-office locations (e.g. court, client site, Third Party Administrator etc.).</li><li> This position is considered a &quot;C-List&quot; position under the &ldquo;Revolving Door&rdquo; prohibition within the State Officials and Employees Act (5 ILCS 430/5-45), which contains a number of post-employment restrictions CTA employees in C-list designated positions must follow. Among other requirements listed in this statute, CTA employees in C-list designated positions are required to follow State notification procedures to the Office of the Executive Inspector General prior to acceptance of any applicable non-State employment or may be fined significant penalties.</li></ul><p><b>
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED</b></p><ul><li> Computer, telephone, trial visual aids equipment, office productivity, on-line legal research and litigation support software.</li></ul><div><br>
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Additional Details</b><div>
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Employees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process, per the applicable labor contracts.<br>
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Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than target.<br>
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Applicants, if hired,must comply with CTA's residency ordinance.<br>
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CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER<br>
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No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge, disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees, unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact arc@transitchicago.com prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.<br>
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During the hiring process, CTA's Human Resources department will contact candidates with next steps . Failure to respond to these correspondences in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.<br>
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Please click link below to review the benefits offered at the CTA.<br>
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https://www.transitchicago.com/hrbenefits/<div>
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Primary Location</b><b>:</b> USA-Illinois-Chicago</div><div><b>
Job</b><b>:</b> Law</div><div><b>
Job Posting</b><b>:</b> Oct 24, 2025, 1:58:03 PM</div><div><b>
Position Type</b><b>:</b> Full-time Permanent (FTP)</div></div>

Managing Attorney - Worker's Compensation

Positively Partners

<div><p><b>ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:</b><br>
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Public Rights Project (PRP) is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that helps local government officials fight for civil rights. We build their capacity to protect and advance civil rights, convene and connect them on key issues, and provide legal representation to help them win in court for residents. Since 2017, we've recovered over $46 million in relief for marginalized people; built a network of over 1,300 government offices, elected officials, and community-based organizations in 50 states; trained 130 prosecutors and government lawyers in 24 states; and secured court victories on abortion, immigrant, workers&rsquo;, and voting rights.</p><p><b><br>
JOB SUMMARY</b><br>
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Public Rights Project seeks to hire a Managing Attorney for Reproductive Rights to join our team. This is a remote, full-time, exempt position reporting to the Director of the Civil Rights Hub. PRP partners with local governments to protect and expand reproductive rights and defend against attacks while training government officials to advocate effectively and advancing public narratives that center issues pertaining to reproductive rights and bodily autonomy.</p><p>
The Managing Attorney, Reproductive Rights, will be responsible for managing the reproductive rights strategy and portfolio and advance PRP&rsquo;s legal work (litigation, amicus briefs, and policy), relationship management and collaboration (local government leaders and advocates) and communication on a range of reproductive rights issues to diverse audiences. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in reproductive rights and movement lawyering, prioritizes effectively in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, and works independently and collaboratively towards effective advocacy and strategies.<br>
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<b>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p><ul>
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Develop and implement PRP&rsquo;s reproductive rights legal strategy:<ul>
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Work closely with the CRH Director to manage case selection and strategy development, including strategic litigation designed to advance public narrative even when traditional legal victories may not be possible.</p></li>
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Conduct legal research on reproductive rights issues across a range of jurisdictions and advise partners (cities, counties, elected officials).</p></li>
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Identify opportunities for reproductive rights advocacy at the local level across the country and execute with government and advocacy partners.</p></li>
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Support and potentially manage litigation in state and federal court.</p></li>
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Lead and facilitate coalition work with diverse partners, including government officials, reproductive health, rights, and justice organizations, and other advocacy groups.</p></li>
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Build and maintain relationships with local government officials and advocacy organizations across the country.</p></li>
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Communicate persuasively on reproductive rights to diverse audiences and represent PRP at third-party coalition, conferences, presentations, and other networking-building events, including events that require travel.</p></li>
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</ul><ul><li>Manage up and collaborate effectively with internal teams and leadership</li>
<li>Manage the planning, execution, and evaluation of reproductive rights work at PRP:<ul>
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Develop and maintain project planning, coordinate cross-functional teams, and facilitate internal and external meetings, including a standing working group.</p></li>
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Track program activities, case information, and internal deliverables, including across departments
</p></li><li><p>Assist CRH Director and support effective delegation and accountability structures; identify and troubleshoot barriers to progress.</p></li>
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Licensed to practice law in a jurisdiction of the United States</p></li>
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At least 8-10+ years of relevant experience in legal practice, including some litigation experience</p></li>
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Significant experience and expertise in reproductive rights and bodily autonomy issues.</p></li>
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Experience working in coalition spaces and navigating competing interests, particularly in reproductive rights movements</p></li>
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Experience working with local governments is preferred, but not required.</p></li>
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Experience managing people and/or running a team.</p></li>
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES</b></p><ul>
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Strong legal analysis skills, including the ability to analyze case law, statutes, and regulations with minimal direction.</p></li>
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Strong communication and research skills, both orally and in writing, including drafting communication materials and leading conversation with outside partners.</p></li>
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Action-oriented and creative; with outstanding judgment about both legal issues, strategy, and what information needs immediate attention versus later discussion</p></li>
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Ability to take ownership and accountability; learns from mistakes and moves forward</p></li>
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Deep understanding of movement lawyering and what that means in practice, particularly in the reproductive rights context</p></li>
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Ability to manage fast-moving and complex relationships with partners inside and outside of government.</p></li>
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Ability and eagerness to be flexible to account for unforeseen challenges and opportunities in a fast-paced and evolving legal and political environment.</p></li>
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Commitment to building a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at PRP, and ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.</p></li>
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A belief in the power of state and local government to make positive change in the world and a passionate commitment to reproductive rights, civil rights, and economic justice.</p></li>
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Expert, detail-oriented, and proactive project management skills, including managing multiple work streams concurrently, and ability to use electronic tools, including experience or ability to learn the following systems: Google Workspace, Office 365, Salesforce, and Asana.</p></li>
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COMPENSATION, BENEFITS &amp; SPECIFICATIONS</b></p><p>
This is a full-time, fully remote, exempt role with a salary range of $102,176 - $153,263. The exact salary will be based on the candidate's experience. For internal equity purposes, PRP will not negotiate with candidates outside of the role's designated range. Public Rights Project offers a robust suite of benefits, including health, dental &amp; vision insurance, retirement savings, and stipends for cell phones, home office &amp; professional development. You can see details of the benefits offered here.<br>
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This role requires travel several times a year to PRP events, case hearings, conferences, or meetings. We currently have remote staff in Boston, Chicago, Kansas City (MO), Los Angeles, New York, Oakland, Seattle, and Washington, DC, as well as other cities. Work pace can be intense during periods of urgent response (e.g., weekend brief drafting), balanced with periods of lower intensity. This role requires sitting, talking, and listening for up to 8 hours per day. Certain situations may require lifting items up to 20 pounds.<br>
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<b>HOW TO APPLY</b></p><p>
Interested candidates are encouraged to promptly submit their applications through our online portal. All applicants will receive a response to their application. Please email rcostello@positivelypartners.org with questions or for support in submitting your application.<br>
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Candidates who advance should expect:</p><ul>
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Initial interviews with the recruitment team at Positively Partners in November 2025</li>
<li>A virtual interview with members of the PRP team</li>
<li>A multipart interview with work exercise with a range of PRP stakeholders in December 2025</li>
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The expected start date is in December 2025 or January 2026. Positively Partners is committed to conducting an equitable, accessible assessment process. If you would like to request an accommodation during the interview process, please email search@positivelypartners.org. Accommodation requests will be handled confidentially.<br>
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<b>PRP HIRING COMMITMENT</b><br>
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PRP is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. A diverse and inclusive workplace, both at PRP and within the government offices we serve, is a key ingredient for achieving our mission of building equitable enforcement capacity within state and local government.</p><p>
We aim to assemble a team that reflects the world we live in and the communities we serve with respect to race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, and immigration status. People with personal or family experience with the type of harms we seek to combat, including attacks on reproductive rights and healthcare access, are particularly encouraged to apply.</p><p><i>
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Copyright 2023 Positively Partners LLC</i></p></div>

Public Rights Project Managing Attorney, Reproductive Rights

State of Missouri

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 Missouri State Public Defender is seeking an ambitious attorney with criminal law experience to serve as Deputy District Defender for the Rolla Trial Office. Duties will include assisting with the overall management of the office including administration, mentoring, and supervising. Other responsibilities include communicating and implementing MSPD goals and policies. The Deputy District Defender will serve in the absence of the District Defender and will also maintain a serious and complex caseload.
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 The Deputy District Defender at the Trial Office will work closely with the District Defender to support in overseeing a dedicated team of attorneys. Responsible for assisting in maintaining caseload responsibilities, the Deputy District Defender will be involved in case assignments, employee performance monitoring, hiring, and the development and implementation of office policies. This leadership role contributes to ensuring the highest standards of legal advocacy, protecting and advocating for the rights of indigent clients.
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 Additionally, the Deputy District Defender will serve in the absence of the District Defender, providing continuity of leadership and representation for the office.
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   Management and Leadership:
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   Provide leadership and direction to a team of attorneys and support staff.
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   Oversee case assignments and workload distribution among staff attorneys.
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   Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
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   Caseload Management:
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   Manage a caseload of serious and complex cases in accordance with office standards and guidelines.
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   Administer case assignments effectively and efficiently.
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   Ensure timely and effective representation of clients in all court proceedings.
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   Review and provide guidance on legal strategies, briefs, and pleadings prepared by staff attorneys.
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   Employee Performance Monitoring:
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   Conduct regular evaluations of attorney performance and provide constructive feedback and guidance.
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   Address performance issues and provide training or resources as needed to support staff development.
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   Recognize and reward exceptional performance and dedication to client advocacy.
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   Hiring and Development:
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   Participate in the recruitment, interviewing, and selection of new staff attorneys and support personnel.
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   Coordinate and oversee the onboarding process for new hires, including orientation and training.
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   Provide mentoring and professional development opportunities to support the growth and advancement of staff members.
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   Policy Development and Implementation:
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   Develop and implement office policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective operations.
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   Stay informed about changes in laws, regulations, and best practices related to the justice system.
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   Communicate and enforce office policies and standards to promote consistency and adherence to ethical guidelines.
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   Licensed to practice law in the State of Missouri, or transferring bar license from a different state.
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   Experience with serious and complex litigation.
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   Demonstrated leadership and management experience, preferably in a legal setting.
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   Strong organizational and communication skills.
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   Ability to effectively delegate tasks and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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   Commitment to the mission of the Missouri State Public Defender's office and to providing zealous advocacy for indigent clients.
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   Knowledge of criminal law, procedure, and rules applicable in Missouri.
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   Experience in hiring, training, and supervising legal professionals.
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 If you're a dynamic leader with a passion for justice we encourage you to apply.
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 This is a full-time position based in Rolla. The successful candidate will receive competitive compensation and State of Missouri benefits that include a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Learn more about benefits at https://publicdefender.mo.gov/employment/working-for-mspd/benefits/ Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found https://pers.oa.mo.gov/applicants .
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Deputy District Defender (Assistant Managing Attorney) - Rolla

Velo Law Office

<div><b>Benefits:</b><br>
<ul><li>120 Hours PTO</li>
<li>10 Paid Holidays</li>
<li>Long Term Disability</li>
<li>Life Insurance</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Account (HSA)</li>
<li>Health Savings Account (HSA)</li>
<li>401(k)</li>
<li>401(k) matching</li>
<li>Dental insurance</li>
<li>Health insurance</li>
<li>Paid time off</li>
<li>Vision insurance</li>
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<b>Job Description</b><br>
Velo Law is a multi-state Creditors&rsquo; Rights/Collections law firm, headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled leader to fill our in office Managing Attorney role. A successful candidate will be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the operations of 10+ full time attorneys, and overseeing case strategies from intake to resolution. This role involves representing clients in various legal proceedings, enduring the highest level of client satisfaction, and implementing office policies and procedures.<br>
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of eight (8) years of legal experience and some management or operations experience.<br>
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<b>Qualifications</b><br>
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<li>Moral fitness</li>
<li>Dependable with a strong court and work ethic</li>
<li>Detail oriented and well organized</li>
<li>Ability to gather, compile information, analyze data and prepare reports</li>
<li>Possesses the means to multi-task and function in a high volume, and deadline driven environment.</li>
<li>Committed to learning the interworking of a very specialized field</li>
<li>Ability to read, interpret, understand, and implement laws, regulations, and regulatory requirements.</li>
<li>Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills</li>
<li>Capacity to communicate with co-workers at all levels in the company and a team player</li>
<li>Adept in Microsoft Office, Windows, LexiNexis, and/or Westlaw</li>
<li>Knowledge of management practices and procedures.</li>
<li>Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities</li>
<li>Pleading Preparation</li>
<li>Negotiation skills</li>
<li>Trail preparation</li>
<li>Document review</li>
<li>Analytical and research skills</li>
<li>Effective communication with clients and opposing counsel</li>
<li>Ability to manage a heavy workload</li>
</ul><b>Education</b><br>
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<li>Possess a Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited school of law</li>
<li>Be in good standing in the Michigan State Bar</li>
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Background checks are administered prior to start date.</li></ul><b>
Office Location</b><br>
Grand Rapids, Mi<br>
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<b>Benefits</b><br>
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<li>Medical Insurance</li>
<li>Vision Insurance</li>
<li>Dental Insurance</li>
<li>120 hours of paid time off</li>
<li>10 paid holidays</li>
<li>401(k) retirement</li>
<li>401(k) match</li>
<li>Long term disability</li>
<li>Life insurance</li>
<li>Flexible spending account (FSA)</li>
<li>Health savings account (HSA)</li></ul></div>

Supervising Attorney - Civil Litigation

Los Angeles City Attorney

<div></div><div><div><div><p><b>About Us</b></p>
<p>The Office of the Los Angeles City Attorney is one of the nation's largest municipal law offices. With over 1,000 legal professionals, including 500 attorneys, the Office provides the City with the highest caliber legal services, ranging from prosecuting criminal misdemeanors, playing a leading role in criminal justice reform, advising on homelessness initiatives, defending civil lawsuits and claims, and bringing civil enforcement actions in the name of the People of the State of California.</p>
<p>Guided by an overarching commitment to integrity, accountability and transparency, we find great meaning in the work we do and the services we provide.
</p><p>We seek collaborative team players who understand that fulfilling our mission is key to making a positive impact.</p>
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</div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div>The Civil Litigation Branch is comprised of the following divisions: Business &amp; Complex Litigation, General Litigation, Employment Litigation, Police Litigation, Civil Appeals, Claims and Risk Management, and Workers Compensation.</div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties and Responsibilities
</b></h2></div><p></p><div><ul><li>Managing the legal affairs of the divisions within the Civil Litigation Branch including the direct supervision of the managing attorneys of those units;</li><li>
Assisting with establishing office policies and ensuring uniform implementation of the goals, policies, and procedures of the Office;</li><li>
Coordinating the daily operations of the Civil Litigation Branch with Branch&rsquo;s managing attorneys and the Office&rsquo;s Executive Management to ensure efficiency in operations and flexibility in staffing assignments;</li><li>
Advising, as required, on case assessments, and strategic and tactical litigation issues;</li><li>
Identifying potential conflicts of interest and/or other ethical issues, and ensuring adherence by all personnel of the Branch to the highest ethical standards;</li><li>
Identifying and implementing measures to reduce the Branch&rsquo;s litigation costs and increase its efficiency;</li><li>
Establishing the Civil Litigation Branch staffing priorities, and assisting in the preparation of the annual budget;</li></ul><div>
Preparing reports, statistics, surveys and budgetary recommendations concerning workload, personnel, equipment, facilities and/or significant accomplishments;</div><ul><li>
Participating in the Office&rsquo;s risk management efforts;</li><li>
Developing a litigation training program for the staff of the Civil Litigation Branch, in conjunction with the Branch&rsquo;s managing attorneys and the Office&rsquo;s training division;</li><li>
Oversight of outside counsel;</li><li>
Teaching, advising and counseling attorneys and staff regarding their performance; and,</li><li>
Conferring with Executive Management to determine recommendations related to personnel actions.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements
</b></h2></div><p></p><div><div>Applicants for this position must have a valid license to practice law in all of the courts within the State of California. Additional requirements include:</div><ul><li>
Fifteen (15) years of civil litigation practice in California and federal courts.</li><li>
Substantial experience involving leadership and management relating to complex civil litigation, preferably in a government law office.</li><li>
Demonstrated high-level written and oral communication skills.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple matters of significant importance simultaneously, exercise reasoned and deliberate judgment with discretion, and maintain a professional manner and demeanor at all times.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Desired Qualifications</b></div><ul><li>
At least five years in a senior supervisory or executive role.</li><li>
Progressively responsible experience managing attorneys and professional staff, including responsibility for performance management, employee development, and personnel matters.</li><li>
Experience and ability in dealing with governmental agencies, elected officials, public officials, and individuals.</li><li>
Experience preparing budgets.</li><li>
Demonstrated high-level written and oral communication skills.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Requirements for Application</b></div><ul><li>
Cover Letter</li><li>
Resume</li><li>
Candidates are required to submit two recent writing samples personally composed in the last two years.</li></ul></div><p></p>
</div><div></div><div><div><p>AS A COVERED ENTITY UNDER TITLE Il OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY AND, UPON REQUEST, WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO ENSURE EQUAL ACCESS TO ITS PROGRAMS, SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES. TO REQUEST A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION, PLEASE CALL THE HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION AT (213) 978-7160.</p></div></div></div><p></p>

Chief Assistant City Attorney

Scott & Associates

<div><p><b>Scott &amp; Associates, P.C., </b>is a well-established multi-state legal recoveries law firm seeking a motivated Attorney to join our Houston, Texas team.</p><p>
Since our inception in May 2000, we've evolved into a significant player in debt recovery litigation, providing comprehensive solutions for major banks and creditors.</p><p>
This position is a salary plus commission-eligible opportunity with no billable hour requirement. Commissions are based on attorney-negotiated settlements.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Must be licensed and in good standing with the State of Texas. Salary is dependent upon qualifications</b>.</p><ul><li>
The successful candidate will possess excellent organizational skills and familiarity with courtroom and civil procedures.</li><li>
General comfort with technology and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office is required.</li><li>
The candidate must be able to work independently and professionally interact with staff, opposing counsel, and the courts.</li><li>
Collection experience is preferred but not required, training is available.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:</b></p><ul><li>
The review and approval of new claims within the Attorney&rsquo;s jurisdiction(s). This includes meeting state level goals for consistent case movement.</li><li>
Under the direction of the Managing Attorney/Regional Attorney, assists with management and supervision of jurisdictional inventory. This includes exception and queue management.</li><li>
Conduct document review and discovery</li><li>
Execute documents requiring Attorney&rsquo;s signature</li><li>
Communicate with Managing Attorney/Regional Attorney and clients in order to discuss details of cases</li><li>
Assist in responding to litigation specific components of all client audits</li><li>
Monitor relevant legal rules, regulations, statutes, and case law</li><li>
Conduct research and analysis of legal problems</li><li>
Analyze the probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents</li><li>
Prepare and file legal documents</li><li>
Manage and resolve collection litigation</li><li>
Work with Pro Se litigants, opposing counsel, or other interested parties to settle files throughout the litigation process</li><li>
Oversees and interacts with outside collections and defense counsel</li><li>
Supports corporate compliance with laws and regulations governing debt collection and related activities</li><li>
All other duties as assigned by the Managing Attorney or Regional Attorney.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)</b></h2><ul><li>
Graduate of an accredited institution by the American Bar Association (ABA) with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree</li><li>
Licensed to practice law</li><li>
Demonstrated case analysis ability and a track record of proven settlement skills</li><li>
Proficient in MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Power Point</li><li>
Proficient in internet and online research</li><li>
Ability to operate basic office equipment such as a copy machine, printer, scanner, and computer</li><li>
Effective oral and written communication skills with knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation usage</li><li>
Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively</li><li>
Excellent organizational skills with an eye for details</li><li>
Ability to be flexible to adapt and act quickly when urgent matters require it</li><li>
Ability to work and maintain patience with diversified individuals of various ethnic backgrounds and professional competencies</li><li>
Ability to maintain confidentiality</li><li>
Ability to represent the company in various forums to foster the desires and image of the company in the community</li></ul></div><p></p>

Litigation Attorney - Houston & Surrounding

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