Attorney-in-Charge, Special Projects & Legal Operations

Pay: $118,600.00 - $142,600.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Be part of a mission-driven organization making a tangible difference for families and youth in New York City.
• Lead high-impact legal initiatives that shape policy, practice, and access to justice.
• Collaborate with talented attorneys, social workers, and advocates in an innovative, interdisciplinary model.
• Enjoy a role that blends leadership, mentorship, and strategic project management.
• Work with a highly respected nonprofit that has national recognition and replicable models of success.

Location: Primarily in-person across New York City boroughs (Manhattan, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island) with generous flexibility for remote work when not needed on-site.

Note: Must have a JD, be admitted to the New York Bar, and have at least 5 years of experience in family court, criminal defense, immigration, or related public interest law.

About Our Client

Our client is a nationally recognized nonprofit legal organization dedicated to defending and empowering families and youth in NYC. Their pioneering team-based model integrates attorneys, social workers, and advocates to fight family separation and advance racial and economic justice.

Job Description

• Supervise and guide paralegal and investigator teams to ensure high-quality client support.
• Oversee externship, fellowship, and pro bono programs, including partnerships with local law schools.
• Lead special projects that enhance legal operations, technology integration, and litigation strategy.
• Collaborate with leadership to strengthen office-wide efficiency, training, and policy development.
• Support the Managing Director of Litigation in relationship management and organizational initiatives.
• Develop procedures and systems that improve case management and align with CFR’s mission and values.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) and active New York State Bar admission.
• 5+ years in relevant legal practice areas such as family, criminal, or immigration law.
• Prior supervisory or management experience (3+ years preferred).
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice for marginalized communities.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Join a collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate legal team with deep community roots.
• See your work directly impact families, youth, and systemic change in NYC.
• Be part of an organization that values professional growth, work-life balance, and continuous learning.
• Make a meaningful difference every day while advancing your leadership and advocacy skills.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance