Family Law Managing Attorney

POSITION:                                   Family Law Managing Attorney

JOB CLASS/GRADE:                   Technical Specialist 6

WAGE:                                          Starting at $74,054 per year

FLSA; EEO; WC:                          Exempt; Professionals; 8864

LOCATIONS:                               Hybrid remote/in person at 8040 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97213

FTE; FT/PT; STATUS:                 1.0 FTE; Full-Time with Benefits; Regular

NUMBER OF POSITIONS:        (1)

APPLY AT:                                   www.irco.org 

STATUS:                                      Full-Time with Benefits

PROGRAM(S):                           Legal Services

SECTOR:                                     Legal Services

REQUIREMENTS:                      Juris Doctorate, licensed to practice law in Oregon in good standing; must have vehicle and insurance                                                      to drive during business hours; must be able to pass extensive Background Check

This job announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Program Summary
The mission of the Legal Services team is to provide direct legal services to our most vulnerable community members. We are a multidisciplinary team with immigration law, Disability Law, and family Law units. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work directly with and receive mentorship from attorneys with diverse specialties, credentials, and experiences across these disciplines. 

Position Summary
The mission of the Legal Services team is to provide direct legal services to our most vulnerable community members. We are a multidisciplinary team with Immigration Law, Disability Law, and Family Law units. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with and receive mentorship from attorneys with diverse specialties, credentials, and experiences across these disciplines. 

This position manages IRCO’s Family Legal Services program under the broader Legal Services umbrella. Responsibilities include representing clients, liaising with funder and colleague agencies, ensuring quality client outcomes, completing funder-required reports, and implementing standards, forms, and processes. The position will represent members of our immigrant and refugee communities in family law proceedings in the Portland metro area. The Family Law Managing Attorney will have the opportunity to recruit, select, and hire a Legal Assistant and other direct reports as the Family Law program grows.and posting such as payroll entries and adjustments when necessary.

Essential Functions

• Represent survivors of domestic violence in their family law matters including guardianship, child custody, divorce, and restraining orders (including trial).
• Review contracts from funders with the Legal Services Sector Manager; understand contract conditions such as deliverables, eligibility guidelines for clients receiving services, and reporting requirements; ensure compliance.
• Self-manage a case load and contribute to data collection, reporting, and advocacy to funders.
• Supervise a Legal Assistant
• Recruit, select, and hire a team as the program grows, beginning with one Legal Assistant
• Conduct legal research and prepare written filings as part of ongoing representation.
• Communicate and collaborate with IRCO’s immigration and disability legal services units and our Survivor’s Services department, as well as other local non-profit service providers.
• Supervise and work with a Legal Assistant who can support with legal research, filings, case management, and data management.
• Creatively design processes and procedures to support efficient workflow.
• Participate in conversations with private and public funders; work with agency Development Team to support proposals made to various funding sources; and engage in long-term growth and sustainability planning.

Education & Experience

Physical, Mental, & Environmental Requirements

• Hybrid Setting job
• Position requires little physical effort such as lifting, carrying, or constant movement, but does allow for movement needed to complete work tasks
• Ongoing shifts in priority and demands require the need for review and integration of diversified functions and interests
• This level has a work environment that is well protected, with virtually no hazards or obstacles. There is very little element of personal risk or hazard. Job conditions are stable, usually well managed, and does not fluctuate without prior notice.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Positions at this level are normally responsible for full managerial responsibility including providing direction to other supervisors/ managers regarding the supervision of their staff. Supervisory span will include direct and indirect reports.

What We Offer

IRCO is a very employee-friendly workplace and offers great benefit package to our staff:

• Many flexible working arrangements and schedule
• Amazing opportunity to work with people who come from all over the world
• Work that helps your community 
• 3 to 6 weeks of PTO per year 
• 401k match of over 100% on first 5%, immediate vesting 
• 3% match for student loans or college savings 
• 12 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
• Medical & Dental insurance options with 90% coverage for employee AND Families, no deductibles
• Employer Paid Life, Short term, and Long-term Disability Insurance 
• Flexible spending account

Required Engagement

Engage fully in DEIB training, recommended professional development, as well as other assigned or required training activities.  This engagement can also include participation in optional activities that embrace IRCO values and DEIB initiatives, such as active membership in an affinity group and/or joining a strategic plan workgroup.

How To Apply

1. Go to our careers page at IRCO Careers 

2. Complete the IRCO application in our Careers Portal at IRCO Application for Employment. 

3. Upload your resume and cover letter addressing your qualifications for this position. 

4. For questions about this position, please email jobs@irco.org or call 503-234-1541

Please note that physical applications are accessible from IRCO’s main office, 10301 NE Glisan, Portland, OR 97220. Due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to contact applicants or return calls regarding applications. Complete applications should include a cover letter, resume, and IRCO application. 

IRCO is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any characteristics protected by law. We will make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.