Pro Bono Project Assistant - FL - On site - Vensure Employer Solutions

About us

We are a Southern Florida area non-profit pro bono law firm. Every day, we work hard to meet the legal needs of a large, diverse, multiethnic community across Broward County. Our mission is to provide high-quality, free civil legal advice, representation, and education to the disadvantaged of Broward County. The company has more than 125 employees, including more than 50 attorneys, who provide free services and resources across a broad range of civil legal issues that Impact health, safety, and self-sufficiency. Every year, we help thousands find their voice, regain control of their lives, and build a brighter future.

Through education, effective litigation, and collaboration, we work tirelessly to expand access to justice for all, identify needs in our community, and challenge systems, laws, and policies that adversely affect the underserved and marginalized.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for providing support for and coordinating cases referred to pro bono or contract attorneys. This position is also responsible for helping recruit and maintain a pro bono or contract attorney panel for such referrals and with assisting with other Private Attorney Involvement projects as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsabilities

• Oversee and act as the office point of contact for clients and cases that have been accepted for handling by the office PAI program.
• Refer appropriate cases to pro bono or contract attorneys.
• Maintain pro bono or contract case files.
• Communicate regularly with PAI attorneys regarding assigned cases, including requesting necessary status reports or case updates.
• Where relevant, maintain financial records for contract cases and coordinate with Administration bookkeeping and the Managing Attorney concerning financial records and budget for contract attorney cases.
• Work with the Managing Attorney and other staff to maintain positive and professional relations with the local bar throughout the service area and help recruit, reward, and recognize members of the office PAI program.
• Attend training and meetings concerning private attorney involvement, and participates in the PAI working group/committee.
• Participate in training in high-priority substantive law practice areas.
• Assist in development, organization and presentation of PAI training events.
• Acquire and maintain knowledge of services available for clients throughout service area.
• Demonstrate knowledge and expertise of the law and legal system.
• Provide assistance to other staff, PAI attorneys, and clients as directed by the office Managing Attorney.
• Work on statewide and other PAI activities with management and other program staff as assigned.
• Embrace and support the Organization’s overall mission, standards, policies and procedures, and confidentiality guidelines.
• Perform other duties and projects as required by management.
• The position is a member of Broward Lawyers Care Pro Bono Project reporting directly to the Pro Bono Director, and Pro Bono Coordinator.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills: able to work well with a wide range of people.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules.
• Good follow-through on projects.
• Good analytical skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate resourcefulness and ability to take initiative in development and completion of projects.
• Strong sense of community service.
• Able and willing to continue professional development.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Bilingual ability in English/Spanish is strongly preferred.
• Excellent computer skills. Proficient in Word, Excel, and related office equipment.