Pro Bono Counsel

A global law firm seeks a Pro Bono Counsel to help lead and strengthen its U.S. pro bono program, with a primary focus on California. This position may be based in any of the firm's California offices. The role involves close collaboration with the Pro Bono Committee, firm leadership, attorneys, clients, nonprofit organizations, legal services providers, and community partners.

The firm has a long-standing commitment to high-quality pro bono legal services and encourages attorneys to devote at least 60 hours annually to pro bono work, recognizing it as a core part of its culture and values.

The successful candidate will develop meaningful pro bono opportunities, engage attorneys, and ensure the effective delivery and impact of the firm's pro bono efforts across California and other U.S. offices.

• J.D. degree or equivalent experience required.
• Admission to practice in California required.
• At least 8 years of relevant legal, pro bono, public interest, program management, or related experience.
• Experience working with nonprofit organizations, legal services providers, law firms, bar associations, corporate legal departments, or similar organizations.
• Strong understanding of the California pro bono landscape and familiarity with national pro bono organizations.
• Demonstrated commitment to public service and access to justice.
• Strong strategic, project-management, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent judgment, communication skills, and ability to work effectively with attorneys at all levels across a large, geographically dispersed organization.
• Practical, creative, and solutions-oriented approach, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.